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CPI edged higher in December, complicating the Fed's upcoming decision on rate cuts
Inflation is proving stickier than expected, which could cause Fed to hit pause button on more interest rate cuts.
VIEW Dec CPI rises a touch above expectations, keeps Fed on track
U.S. consumer prices increased slightly more than expected in November as energy costs rose, pointing to an inflation trend that lines up with the Federal Reserve's view for a slower path of rate cuts this year.
Mixed December CPI strengthens case for Fed caution
In short, December’s CPI figures send mixed signals. Despite last week’s data showcasing strength across the board in the US economy, Wednesday’s CPI release gives no clear evidence that this is translating into stronger price pressures. With yields having already risen in recent days, it will probably avert a larger market sell-off.
CPI Inflation Report: What to Expect—and How the Release Will Affect the Fed and Interest Rates
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is set to release the consumer price index report for December at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on Wednesday. What the inflation data will mean for the Fed and interest rates.
Next CPI Inflation Report Could Reduce 2025 Fed Rate Cut Expectations
If year-on-year total and core CPI consumer inflation rates accelerate, financial markets risk turbulence as investors’ 2025 interest rate cut expectations fall further.
Core CPI Inflation Eases; Lifting S&P 500 Futures, Fed Rate-Cut Hopes (Live)
Consumer price index data for December showed that core price pressures eased more than expected. S&P 500 futures rose as Wall Street weighed the CPI's implications for Federal Reserve policy as well as positive earnings reports from Dow Jones giants JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs.
Softer Reading on Core Inflation Revives Bets on Rate Cuts
Traders are feeling more confident that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this year after a key inflation gauge came in cooler than expected. Core consumer prices, which exclude volatile food and energy categories,
Inflation rises for third month to 2.9% in December. What it means for Fed rate cuts.
Annual inflation ticked up for a third straight month in December as food, energy costs rose, CPI report showed. But underlying price measure eased.
US Consumer Inflation Rises To 2.9 Percent In December
US consumer inflation rose for a third straight month in December as energy prices rose, according to government data published Wednesday, adding pressure on the Federal Reserve to pause rate cuts.
US consumer inflation rises December but underlying pressures ease
US consumer inflation rose for a third straight month in December as energy prices jumped but a widely-watched measure eased slightly, raising hopes that underlying inflation may be moderating. One of the biggest drivers of inflation in December was the energy index,
US inflation ticks up again — dimming prospects for significant Fed cuts this year
US consumer prices showed no signs of cooling in December amid higher costs for energy goods — pointing to still elevated inflation that aligns with the Federal Reserve’s projections for fewer interest rate cuts this year.
Fed’s Barkin Says CPI Data Show Inflation Headed Toward 2% Goal
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Tom Barkin said fresh inflation data show the central bank continues to see ...
Gold advances as softer core CPI data revives Fed easing hopes
Gold prices extended gains on Wednesday, as the dollar dipped after U.S. core inflation data came in softer than expected, ...
'Core' rate of inflation eases a bit, CPI shows. Fed and Wall Street get some breathing room.
A key measure of consumer prices rose less than expected in December, perhaps calming at least temporarily fresh worries ...
Stock market today: Dow soars 634 points and yields fall after cool CPI and strong bank earnings
US stocks soared as traders cheered encouraging inflation data, while the 10-year Treasury plunged 13 basis points.
Fed's Barkin says latest CPI data shows price pressures continue to ease
U.S. inflation data for December indicates price pressures are continuing to ease, Richmond Federal Reserve President Thomas ...
December CPI: Inflation Ends 2024 In 'Red Zone' Yardage
Financial writer analyzes December CPI report showing inflation above target, speculates on future trajectory and Federal ...
Streetwise: What’s to Stop the Fed Hiking This Year?
Could the Fed raise rates this year? Investors broadly think not, but the idea is starting to be seriously considered. The ...
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Will This Week’s CPI Figures Keep Bitcoin on Track to $200,000?
As inflation and Fed policy take center stage, institutional flows and macro conditions could shape Bitcoin’s path to ...