Energy Shock Hits

Inflation came in hot—but the story isn’t what most headlines are telling you. This latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed a spike, but nearly all of it was driven by one factor: energy. In this update, we break down: * Why gas prices are skewing the inflation numbers * What’s really happening behind the scenes * How global tension around the Strait of Hormuz is impacting your wallet * What to watch this weekend that could shift everything next week If you’re buying, selling, or just trying to understand where things are headed, this is what actually matters right now.