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Why Your Rent Is Rising Faster Than the CPI Says
In this episode of Inflation Explained, Lucas and Luna dig into the growing gap between official CPI shelter numbers and what renters actually pay. Using May 2026 data showing core CPI at 3.4%, they explain how the Bureau of Labor Statistics measures rent — and why the lag makes inflation feel worse than the headline number. They walk through the difference between new-lease rents and the CPI's 'stock' measure, why landlords are raising rents on existing tenants faster than before, and what this means for the Fed's rate path. A practical, eye-opening look at the single…
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