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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nReasons Why Inflation Jumped to 30-Year High<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When analyzing the inflation jump to a 30-year high, many reasons come up. Earlier in the year, inflation hovered below 2.0%, but quite a bit changed since the start of 2021. Currently, the United States economy faces a tight labor market, strong consumer demand for goods, rising energy prices, and supply chain disruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In terms of economics, supply shortages fueled enormous cost increases. For instance, because of used cars, prices surged 26% higher than a year ago. Fed officials and economists still debate the long-term outlook of inflation. Some believe the recent inflation spike stems from temporary factors induced by the coronavirus pandemic. Others view the inflation activity as structural (long-lasting) in nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the evidence piles up to support the latter case, investors pulled forward the expected timeline for Fed rate hikes. The first rate hike takes place around the middle of 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
JOLTS Indicates Tight Labor Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Aside from inflation jumping to a 30-year high, the JOLTS report came out. JOLTS measures job openings and labor turnover rates. In general, the latest data indicated that the labor market remains very tight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the end of September 2021, the U.S. economy saw a massive 10.4 million job openings. This number neared the recent record high. Comparatively, job openings fall three million higher than they were in January 2020 prior to the pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Holistically, a high level of job openings reflects a strong labor market. Thus, companies struggle to hire enough workers with the necessary skills. A record high number of employees also willingly left their jobs in September 2021, dubbed \u201cThe Great Resignation\u201d. This further amplifies signs of a strong labor market. Typically, people quit only if they expect that they can find better jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Looking Ahead After Inflation Jumps to 30-Year High<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Looking ahead after inflation jumped to a 30-year high, investors seek hints from Fed officials about the timing for future rate hikes. In addition, investors continue to closely watch COVID-19 case counts around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beyond that, Retail Sales release on Tuesday. Consumer spending accounts for over two-thirds of U.S. economic activity. Therefore, the retail sales data signifies a key indicator of growth. Housing Starts come out on Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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