Why is diesel described as 'the real spoiler for US inflation doves' in this report?

Diesel prices hit record highs last week, and because diesel is the fuel that matters most for transport, shipping, farming and manufacturing, this creates an inflationary pulse that raises the stakes for the upcoming August U.S. CPI report — where any rise in core inflation above 0.2% would increase pressure on the Federal Reserve to hike rates this month.

What does the report say about market expectations for the Federal Reserve's next interest rate move?

Fed funds futures show a 57% probability of a rate hike in September, 70% for October, and a 100% (fully priced) expectation for December.

Diesel the real spoiler for US inflation doves

Sep 6, 2026

Diesel prices hit record highs alongside rising crude oil costs, intensifying inflation pressures ahead of the U.S. CPI report and influencing Federal Reserve rate hike expectations.

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Diesel the real spoiler for US inflation doves

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