Inflation, CPI

Inflation rate picked up in January, CPI report shows. Here's what it means for your money.
On a monthly basis, the CPI rose 0.5%, versus economists' forecast for a 0.3% increase, according to FactSet. That's the biggest monthly jump since August 2023. It may be due to price increases set at the start of the year by many businesses, noted Bright MLS chief economist Lisa Sturtevant in an email.
January CPI Inflation Accelerates, Potentially Delaying Any Rate Cuts
Consumer Price Index inflation rose 0.5% month-on-month, likely incrementally delaying any Federal Reserve plans for interest rate cuts.
CPI Inflation Was Higher Than Expected In January
Inflation rose unexpectedly in January, with the Consumer Price Index rising 3% over the last 12 months, up from 2.9% in December. Forecasters had expected inflation to slow down, but prices for food, gas, and housing pushed the inflation rate out of the 2% range for the first time since May.
Japan's inflation rate climbs to a 2-year high of 4% in January, supporting rate hike calls from BOJ members
Core inflation — which excludes prices of fresh food — rose to 3.2% from 3% in the prior month and beat economists' expectations of 3.1%, according to a Reuters poll.
Japan's CPI surpass expectations; annual inflation hits 2-year high to 4%
Data showed core inflation in Japan rose to 3.2% in January, up from 3% in December, exceeding forecasts of 3.1%. Headline inflation also increased to 4%, up from 3.6%, marking the highest level in two years.
Japan's core inflation hits 19-month high
Japan's core consumer inflation hit 3.2 percent in January for its fastest pace in 19 months, data showed on Friday, reinforcing expectations that the central bank will keep raising interest rates from levels still seen as low.
Japan's inflation rate climbs to 4% in January, highest in two years
This comes as the BOJ was revealed to have considered further rate hikes at its January meeting, warning of inflation risks and a weak yen.
January CPI data on deck: Here's what to expect
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January CPI Data: The Fed Should Be In A Hurry To Pause Rates
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Futures move lower after January CPI data
U.S. stock index futures moved lower on Wednesday as a hotter-than-expected consumer inflation report fueled fears that the ...
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Inflation rose in January as prices for groceries and housing picked up
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Consumer Price Index: Inflation Heats Up To 3.0% In January
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Next CPI Inflation Report Could Improve 2025 Fed Rate Cut Expectations
This week’s forthcoming Consumer Price Index report could show easing year-on-year inflation, increasing the potential for ...
Here's the inflation breakdown for January 2025 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 3% on the year in January 2025. Economists worry that broad disinflation is over, even as tariffs loom.
CPI report: January inflation data complicates Fed plans as soaring egg, energy costs push consumer prices higher
January's Consumer Price Index will serve as the latest test of whether inflation pressures have eased further.
Canada's annual inflation in January edges up to 1.9%, core measures also up
Canada's annual inflation rate inched up to 1.9% in January from the previous month as higher gasoline and natural gas costs ...