CPI

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CPI Trends and Market Reactions in the US

Consumer Prices - Federal Reserve - Inflation - Market Predictions - US Economy

Discover the latest CPI data and its impact on markets in the US. Find out how inflation is influencing market predictions and Federal Reserve actions.

The recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) data in the US has sent shockwaves through the markets, with the S&P 500 experiencing its worst day since September 2022. Treasuries sold off, leading to two-year yields hitting pre-December central bank pivot levels. Despite U.S. inflation rising by 0.3% in January, experts still anticipate interest rate cuts by the Fed.

The CPI report highlighted increases in shelter and healthcare costs, contributing to the higher-than-expected consumer prices in January. However, this surge in inflation is not likely to alter the predicted market scenarios. The S&P 500 futures took a hit as the core CPI inflation rate stubbornly held at 3.9%, shaking investor confidence.

While the CPI report did show a dip in inflation levels, the decrease was not as substantial as anticipated. This ongoing trend of persistent inflation has left many Americans frustrated, especially considering the price hikes observed since the Biden administration took office.

Taking a long-term perspective, the CPI data for January revealed a year-over-year inflation rate of 3.09%. This historical view underscores the challenges posed by inflation over the years and its impact on the economic landscape.

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Markets today: S&P 500 set for worst CPI day since September 2022 ... (BNN)

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U.S. inflation up 0.3% in January, Fed still expected to cut interest ... (CBC.ca)

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Sticky Jan US CPI inflation supports Fed reticence on easing (Reuters)

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Here's the most troubling part for market bulls in the CPI report (CNBC)

Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. Market Data ...

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CPI Inflation Data Jolts The S&P 500, Fed Rate-Cut Odds (Investor's Business Daily)

The consumer price index for January came in hot, with the core CPI inflation rate unexpectedly holding at 3.9%. S&P 500 futures slid.

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Prices rose more than expected in January as inflation won't go away (CNBC)

The consumer price index was expected to show a 0.2% increase in January, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.

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Inflation dipped in January, CPI report shows. But not as much as ... (USA TODAY)

The January CPI report shows a continued dip in inflation. But many Americans are exasperated that prices are higher than when Biden took office.

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Inflation Since 1872: A Long-Term Look at the CPI (advisorperspectives.com)

The Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers (CPI-U) released for January puts the year-over-year inflation rate at 3.09%. The latest reading keeps ...

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