Economics

Used-Car Prices Are Poised to Peak in U.S. After Pandemic Surge  

  • Volatile market cited by Powell among keys to high inflation
  • Manheim sees wholesale prices at top with retail to follow

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The record-breaking rise in used-car prices is probably coming to an end -- and with it a key driver of the recent spike in U.S. inflation.