While April CPI inflation rose to 3.8%, inflation is much higher in many basic necessities: 1. Energy Commodity Inflation: +29.2% 2. Gasoline Inflation: +28.4% 3. Airfare Inflation: +20.7% 4. Energy Inflation: +17.9% 5. Electricity Inflation: +6.1% 6. Fruits and Vegetables Inflation: +6.1% 7. Hospital Services Inflation: +5.5% 8. Motor Vehicle Repair Inflation: +5.1% 9. Apparel Inflation: +4.2% This has driven cumulative inflation since 2020 to +29%, meaning goods that cost $100 in 2020 now cost $129 today. Inflation remains a major issue for Americans.(The Kobeissi Letter)