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Deutsche Bank economists argue that the US is relatively shielded on growth from the current energy shock due to its net energy exporter status, but still faces a notable inflation impulse. They estimate that WTI at $100/bbl could add about 1.25 percentage points to headline CPI, lifting it near 4% in May, while warning of non‑linear growth effects at much higher Oil prices. Growth resilience with rising CPI impact “The US is relatively insulated from a growth perspective given its status as a net energy exporter, although it will still face higher inflation.” “A move to $100/bbl in WTI (roughly Friday’s close) adds around 1.25pp to headline CPI, potentially pushing CPI to around 4% in May.” “That said, the effective “energy tax” on consumers is partly offset by higher tax receipts at current oil prices.” “The key risk is that growth effects become increasingly non linear in the $130–150/bbl range.” (This article was created with the help of an Artificial Intelligence tool and reviewed by an editor.) Source: https://www.fxstreet.com/news/us-energy-insulation-but-higher-inflation-pressures-deutsche-bank-202603230856

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