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U.S. May consumer spending outpaces inflation, oil easing aids equities

Jun 25, 2026, 10:31 AM EDT0 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Resilient consumer demand and easing oil prices reduce near-term inflation risk, supporting earnings visibility and multiple expansion for the S&P 500. History shows that stronger-than-expected consumption with cooling inflation often coincides with short- to medium-term equity strength (e.g., post-data rally periods).

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U.S. consumer spending remained resilient in May, outpacing inflation, while the Fed's preferred gauge stayed at 0.4%. If oil declines further from Iran talks, inflation could ease, supporting near-term stock gains. The S&P 500 may trend higher if growth persists and price pressures ease in the coming weeks.

U.S. consumer spending rose faster than inflation in May.
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge stayed elevated at 0.4%.
Inflation pressures persist; oil easing from Iran talks could cool growth.
Markets may rally if growth stays resilient and inflation cools.

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