CPI's Path to 0%, Crude Oil's to $40 in 2H Affordability is a top election issue, midterms are in November and US energy superabundance is surging due to the recent price spike, which is a primary driver of consumer inflation. Policy options for the leader of the world's largest crude oil and natural gas producer seem straightforward in 2H: apply pressure to lower energy prices. Full report on the Bloomberg here: https://blinks.bloomberg.com/news/stories/thjih8vttczo {BI COMD} #crudeoil #naturalgas #energy #stockmarket @Bloomberg(Mike McGlone)