Tagged: Consumer Price Index

September CPI Report Clouds Outlook On Further Rate Cuts

Inflation data suggests there are rainy days ahead, lowering the chances of the Fed easing rates.

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Oct 10, 2024
Inflation Slows To 2.9% In July

Core inflation — less food and energy — remains slightly higher than the all items index

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Aug 14, 2024
Wake Me Up When September's Here

Traders are placing their bets that rates will dip in September

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Jul 11, 2024
Inflation Cools For First Time in Three Months

Department of Labor's April Consumer Price Index increased in line with expectations

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May 15, 2024
Inflation Rises To 3.1% In January, Exceeding Expectations

Concerns mount over persistent inflationary pressures amid a moderating economy, prompting debate over future policy moves.

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Feb 13, 2024
Consumer Price Index Remains Stable As Fed Prepares For Rate Decision

Further cooling inflation a good sign for mortgage rates, analysts say.

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Dec 12, 2023
Consumer Price Index Staying Put In October Brings Hope For Falling Mortgage Rates

Economists predict calming inflation could prompt Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates, offering relief to loan originators and homebuyers.

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Nov 14, 2023
Inflation's Stubborn Streak Continues As Shelter Costs Surge

September's consumer price data fuels debate on Fed's future moves; economists foresee a potential slowdown in rate hikes as housing market dynamics shift.

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Oct 12, 2023
Fuel, Food, and Shelter Drive Consumer Price Index Spike

Gasoline prices fuel more than half the increase; Federal Reserve faces pressure ahead of upcoming interest rate decision.

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Sep 13, 2023
Inflation Ticks Up To 3.2% in July

A new report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows housing costs leading the increase, with core CPI at 4.7% for the year.

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Aug 10, 2023