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Final demand producer prices up 5.5 percent over the year ended June 2026

July 21, 2026
The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 5.5 percent for the 12 months ended June 2026. Prices for final demand goods increased 7.9 percent. Final demand services prices increased 4.6 percent over the year. Within the goods category, producer prices for final demand energy increased 23.0 percent over the year. Prices for final demand foods were up 1.8 percent. Prices for final demand goods less food and energy increased 5.1 percent. Full Text »

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