U.S. inflation slowed slightly to 3.4% year-over-year in July, down from 3.5% in June, according to Labor Department data released Wednesday. Consumer prices edged up 0.1% on a monthly basis. Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy costs, dropped to 2.5% from 2.6% in June, matching a post-pandemic low. Month-over-month core prices rose 0.2%. […] U.S. Inflation Eases To 3.4% In July As Price Pressures Cool ...read more read less