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What is US inflation's impact?

High US inflation figures mean the cost of goods and services is rising there. This often prompts central banks to increase interest rates to cool the economy. Higher rates make borrowing more expensive for companies and consumers, which can reduce spending and investment, impacting global markets including tech stocks.

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