Overall, reopening issues are still a big factor in inflation. Energy prices in the CPI are lagging world prices, and are almost certain to be sharply negative (lowering inflation) in December. Cars are still a huge factor driving inflation. Factories are getting back up to speed, but it may be a few more months before More

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