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U.S. data quality has been declining for years. Now Trump's cutbacks are leading economists to question its figures


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The government reports affected guide decisions for businesses, investors, and even the Federal Reserve.

The article from Fortune, published on June 13, 2025, discusses the latest economic indicators released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and their implications for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. Key points include a slight decrease in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), signaling a modest cooling of inflation, and a robust employment report showing continued job growth and low unemployment rates. These mixed signals have led to speculation about the Federal Reserve's next moves, with some experts suggesting a potential pause in interest rate hikes to assess the impact of previous adjustments, while others argue for continued vigilance against inflation. The article also highlights the Fed's ongoing challenge in balancing inflation control with economic growth, as policymakers weigh these latest data points in their decision-making process.

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[ https://fortune.com/2025/06/13/bls-data-federal-reserve-cpi-employment/ ]

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