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Notes on U.S. Inflation, May 2026
- 19 May 2026
- 5 MIN READ
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What does the biggest monthly inflation jump in four years mean for your fixed-income portfolio? Which direction could rates move from here? And how should investors position their portfolios for what comes next? U.S. inflation is in the spotlight, driven largely by energy prices. Here are actionable insights from our investment desk on the topic.
Key takeaways
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U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI Inflation) posted its biggest increase in four years in April 2026, on the back of soaring energy prices. This stronger-than-expected rise in the PPI reported by the U.S. Labor Department on May 13th 2026, is twice the pace that analysts had expected.
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U.S. treasury yields extended their climb, with the 10-year yield at 4.5%. The 30-year yield crossed 5% last week. Bond markets have turned shaky and the expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts in early 2027 are weakening. In fact, chances of a rate hike by end of 2026 are gaining momentum.
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This article also has some suggestions on how investors can safeguard their portfolios in this scenario of inflation volatility
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