🔥 #CPIWatch — U.S. Inflation Breaking News & Market Impact!

📊 Latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data shows U.S. inflation still sticky but cooling slightly:

➡️ Headline CPI up ~2.7% YoY — prices still rising year‑over‑year.

➡️ Core CPI (ex‑food & energy) at ~2.6% — less than expected.

➡️ Monthly prices also climbed modestly, with food & shelter costs leading the increase. �

Bureau of Labor Statistics +1

🔍 What This Means Right Now:

📉 Short‑Term Volatility — markets may wobble as CPI shows inflation isn’t collapsing fast.

📈 Fed Eyes Caution — inflation at ~2.6‑2.7% could delay rate cuts or keep rates unchanged.

💡 Consumer Costs Still Real — food & everyday items are rising faster than basic inflation numbers suggest. �

Reuters

⚠️ Market Impact:

Stocks & crypto may dip if traders fear Fed keeps rates high

Dollar strength could rise on inflation resilience

Traders watching CPI for breakout or breakdown signals

📌 Bottom Line: Inflation isn’t gone — it’s moderating, not collapsing. Markets could stay choppy as investors price in slower easing and sticky prices.

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