Economists Say Inflation Will Cost Americans An Extra $5,200 This Year

How hard is inflation hitting your wallet?  Economists say surging prices will cost the average American more than five grand.

Bloomberg economists estimate that Americans will spend an extra $5,200 this year as inflation rises to its highest rate in 40 years.

That factors in gas prices, food costs, and the rising cost of things like cars and electronics.

Bloomberg economists have estimated Americans to spend an extra $5,200 this year due to inflation — or over $400 extra a month. https://t.co/Ufs0iQlqTf

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