US Bureau of Economic Analysis revises inflation calculation methodology to lower rates
The US Bureau of Economic Analysis plans to revise its inflation calculation methodology to potentially reduce published rates. Recent changes may have already lowered the Personal Consumption Expenditures Index by 0.1 percentage points. Critics argue these adjustments reflect data manipulation to align with economic pressures faced by the Federal Reserve amid ongoing inflation challenges.
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Published 07 Jul 2026, 02:01 UTC · Updated 07 Jul 2026, 02:10 UTC
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