美国通胀现升温迹象，消费者开始感到关税影响

Core Insights - Retailers are gradually raising prices on various goods to cope with higher import tariffs, leading to a slight increase in core inflation for U.S. consumers in July [1] - The median forecast from economists surveyed by Bloomberg indicates that the U.S. Core Consumer Price Index (Core CPI) rose by 0.3% in July, up from a 0.2% increase in June, marking the largest increase this year [1] - Despite the rise in Core CPI, lower gasoline prices are expected to keep the overall Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase in July below 0.2% [1] Industry Impact - The imposition of higher tariffs by the U.S. on trade partners is beginning to affect consumer prices in categories such as home goods and leisure products [1] - Although indicators measuring core service inflation remain moderate, economists generally expect the impact of increased tariffs to continue to manifest gradually [1] Economic Context - The Federal Reserve has maintained interest rates steady this year, while signs of a cooling labor market have emerged, creating a dilemma for the Fed, which is tasked with both stabilizing prices and achieving full employment [1] - As concerns about the sustainability of the job market grow, many companies are seeking ways to minimize the transfer of tariff costs to consumers [1]