Fuel prices spike while electricity tumbles, inflation unexpectedly slows

Despite fuel price surge linked to geopolitical tensions, overall inflation unexpectedly slowed in April.

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Falling electricity prices largely offset energy increases.

French government denies impending fuel shortage.

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