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📊 U.S. CPI Update – January 2026 (BLS Data)
The latest inflation data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows price pressures continuing to ease at the start of 2026.
• Headline CPI rose +0.2% month-over-month in January, reflecting moderate price gains across the economy.
• On a yearly basis, inflation cooled to +2.4%, down from 2.7% in December.
• Core CPI (excluding food and energy) increased +0.3% MoM and +2.5% YoY, gradually aligning with the Fed’s longer-term target.
• Energy costs — particularly gasoline — declined during the month, while food and shelter posted steady but manageable increases.
📉 Market Takeaway:
The data reinforces the narrative that inflation is softening. With price growth trending lower, expectations around Federal Reserve rate policy remain a major driver for equities, crypto, and broader risk assets.
For traders, CPI remains one of the most influential macro indicators shaping volatility and rate outlooks.
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