That’s correct, the Producer Price Index (PPI), which measures wholesale inflation, did increase by 0.6% in February. This was indeed higher than what many economists had predicted. The increase could be due to a variety of factors, including increased costs for goods and services, or supply chain disruptions. However, it’s important to note that trends in wholesale inflation do not always directly translate to increased consumer prices. Not all companies will choose to, or be able to, pass on increased
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