US Inflation Surges to Three-Year High as Federal Reserve Pauses Interest Rate Cuts Amid Iran War

US annual inflation hit 3.8 percent in April as rising fuel costs stemming from the Iran conflict impacted consumer prices.President Donald Trump announced a temporary federal gas tax suspension following the closure of the Gulf of Hormuz by Tehran.The Federal Reserve decided to pause planned interest rate cuts to manage economic instability during the ongoing energy crisis.Nominee Kevin Warsh faces Senate confirmation this week while major companies report significant revenue declines due to lower demand.
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