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2026.05.0715:00:00UTC+00US 1-Year Inflation Expectations Edge Higher in April, NY Fed Survey Shows

US consumers’ short-term inflation expectations ticked up in April, according to the latest New York Fed survey, suggesting inflation concerns remain elevated despite recent progress on price pressures.

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported that its 1-year consumer inflation expectations measure rose to 3.6% in April 2026, up from 3.4% in March 2026. The data, updated on 7 May 2026, indicate that households now anticipate slightly faster price increases over the coming year.

While the move is modest, the uptick may draw attention from policymakers who closely monitor inflation expectations as a gauge of confidence in the Fed’s ability to control inflation. Persistently higher expectations can risk becoming self-fulfilling, influencing wage demands and pricing decisions across the economy.

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