特朗普关税政策开始让美国消费者钱包缩水

Group 1 - The June Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the U.S. showed the largest year-on-year increase since February, rising by 2.7%, which is above market expectations [1] - The core inflation rate, excluding volatile food and energy prices, increased by 2.9% year-on-year, indicating rising inflationary pressures [1] - Prices for household appliances, clothing, and furniture have significantly increased due to tariffs imposed by the U.S. government on major trade partners [1] Group 2 - Economists warn that the rising inflation data serves as a caution for the new round of tariffs set to begin on August 1, which could lead to further price increases [2] - If the new tariffs are implemented, the average tariff rate in the U.S. could rise to 21%, potentially triggering significant economic risks [2] - The White House attempted to downplay the impact of inflation data, asserting that core inflation remains in line with analyst expectations [2] Group 3 - Evidence of tariffs affecting prices has emerged, leading even some of Trump's allies to believe that the Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates in the upcoming policy meeting [3] - The White House is advised to closely monitor inflation levels to prevent them from rising to 3% or 4%, which could indicate policy failures [3]