Report published May 8, 2026
US Economic Notes: Deutsche Bank Analysis (May 2026)
Deutsche Bank · May 8, 2026
The April jobs report confirms labor market stability, allowing the Fed to focus on rising inflation risks expected in upcoming CPI/PPI data. 2026 GDP growth forecasts were slightly downgraded to 2.3% due to the impact of higher energy costs.
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Key Takeaways
- 1.The April jobs report showed a stable labor market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, shifting the Fed's primary focus toward rising inflation risks.
- 2.Deutsche Bank forecasts an increase in both headline and core CPI year-over-year rates for April, driven by gas prices, apparel tariffs, and used car prices.
- 3.2026 real GDP growth forecast was lowered to 2.3% due to higher oil price drags on consumer spending, though partially offset by AI-driven capex.
Table of Contents
- Post CPI Conference Call
- Commentary for Monday
- Appendix 1
- Additional Information
- International Production Locations
Report data
DB US economic forecast summary
| Metric | Estimate | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Q4/Q4 real GDP growth forecast (2026) | 2.3% | Revised down from 2.4% previously. |
| Headline April CPI Forecast | 0.58% | Forecast relative to previous months. |
| Unemployment Rate (U-3) | 4.337% | Unrounded basis compared to 4.256% previous. |
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