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The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) has increased to 3.3%, surpassing market expectations. This follows yesterday's projections of inflation exceeding 3%, significantly above the Federal Reserve's 2% target rate. Historical context shows a pattern of elevated producer prices, with April's core PPI having risen 3.1% year-over-year, while overall producer prices saw a mixed performance of -0.5% month-over-month and +2.4% year-over-year. These figures suggest persistent inflationary pressures in the production pipeline, which could impact consumer prices.

A defendant has been convicted of arson and criminal mischief in connection with a Tesla incident, receiving a 7-year prison sentence. This case follows earlier developments where legal representatives sought $6 billion in damages related to Tesla. - **Conviction**: Arson and criminal mischief - **Sentence**: 7 years imprisonment - **Date**: August 14, 2025 The case highlights ongoing legal challenges surrounding Tesla and property damage incidents.

The US national debt has reached a new milestone of $37 trillion, with market predictions showing an 88% probability of exceeding $38 trillion before year-end. This follows a concerning trend, as the debt increased by $2.5 trillion in just six months earlier this year. Key points: - Current debt: $37 trillion - High probability (88%) of reaching $38T this year - Recent history: $2.5T increase in 6 months - Previous milestone: $34T in January 2024 Track market predictions on [Polymarket](https://poly.market/1xnRsO2)

Polymarket has opened a new prediction market focused on potential Supreme Court decisions regarding gay marriage rights. This follows a series of politically-focused markets including: - Trump's DC Crime Press Conference outcomes - National Guard deployment predictions - Sydney Sweeney mentions - Federal Reserve Chair nomination The platform continues to expand its political prediction offerings, allowing users to trade on anticipated outcomes of major judicial and policy decisions. *Current market*: [Supreme Court Gay Marriage Decision](https://poly.market/SfWQQFv)