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US Inflation Jumps to Three-Year High Raising New Risks for Kenya

US inflation surged to 3.8% in April, its highest in nearly three years, as rising energy prices linked to the Iran conflict ripple through global markets, raising concerns for import-dependent economies like Kenya facing higher fuel costs, a stronger dollar, and tighter global financial conditions.

Edward Okoth

Published on May 13, 2026

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US Inflation Jumps to Three-Year High Raising New Risks for Kenya

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