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The episode discusses the latest inflation developments, focusing on energy prices and core inflation pressures.

Nora Szentivanyi is joined by Raphael Brun-Aguerre and Abiel Reinhart to discuss the latest inflation developments. Global inflation stepped up further in May, led by a third monthly jump in energy prices, tightening the squeeze on household purchasing power. However, monthly CPI gains have started to cool and June’s sharp decline in oil prices sets up a meaningful deceleration in headline momentum; if Brent holds near current levels, headline inflation could slide below ~2%ar and support 2H26 growth. While the difficult trade-off posed by a shock that raises inflation and lowers growth is being removed, central banks still need to contend with uncomfortably firm services price pressures and overall core inflation that remains stuck close to 3%. This podcast was recorded on July 02, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related reports at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5345242-0 https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5354109-0 https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5333946-0 https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5332592-0 https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5332794-0 for more information…

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