Barrons
19 Aug 2026, 14:00 UTC · 2h ago
Productivity Gains Helped Offset Tariff-Fueled Inflation
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Barrons
19 Aug 2026, 14:00 UTC · 2h ago
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Price growth remained above the Federal Reserve's target despite offsetting forces. — Persistent inflation above target increases the likelihood of higher-for-longer interest rates, which pressures risk assets.
-0.60Productivity growth helped absorb inflationary pressures resulting from higher tariffs last year. — Higher productivity acts as a structural disinflationary force and supports long-term corporate earnings growth.
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