US producer prices up 2.6% in May
Monthly increase at 0.1% in May, according to US Bureau of Labor Statistics
By Gokhan Ergocun
ISTANBUL (AA) - Producer prices in the US were up by 2.6% in May on a yearly basis, in line with market expectations, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics announced on Thursday.
In April, the producer prices increased by 2.4%, according to official figures.
On a monthly basis, the producer prices went up by 0.1%, the bureau stated.
The increase in the index for final demand stemmed from prices for final demand services, which advanced 0.1%.
The index for final demand goods rose 0.2%.
Prices for final demand less foods, energy, and trade services edged up 0.1% in May.
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