General · 11 June 2026
‘I Love Inflation,’ Trump Says As Prices Rise
Higher costs for fuel, fertiliser and other goods are adding pressure on households, while concerns remain about borrowing costs and consumer spending. Speaking on Wednesday, Donald Trump reacted to data showing consumer inflation rose at its quickest rate in three years and said prices would drop once the conflict ends. Government figures showed inflation climbed by more than 4%, while tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted.
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