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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.
Core CPI report offers 'some relief' that could allow the Fed to cut rates in 2025, analyst says
Wednesday's softer-than-expected core CPI number offers some relief to the Federal Reserve, especially after last week's hot employment report, that could allow interest-rate cuts to remain on the table in 2025,
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.
CPI Slows; Bank Earnings Show Growth And Rising Expectations For 2025
Inflation data this week has come in below forecasts. Earnings season is off to a solid start. Is this the medicine the market nees?
After CPI inflation data, fed-funds futures point to potential rate cut in June
Federal-funds futures on Wednesday were pointing to the Federal Reserve keeping its benchmark interest rate at the current level potentially until June, as traders assessed data showing that core U.S.
December CPI report expected to show sticky inflation as investors recalibrate rate cut bets
December's Consumer Price Index will serve as the latest test of whether an inflation resurgence is a risk to the US economy as investors debate if and when the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in 2025.
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.
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, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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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 ...
Stock Market Today: Dow edges lower, S&P 500 and Nasdaq give back earlier gains as investors await CPI report
Follow here to see if Wall Street stocks can rebound after a tough start to the year amid surging Treasury yields ...
Inflation rose to 3.3% in December in producer price index
There are growing concerns about the stickiness of inflation and fears that the Federal Reserve may have to keep interest ...