Inflation rose to 5-month high in December. What that 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.
Inflation Sped Up in December, a Fresh Challenge for the Fed
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier, but a measure of underlying inflation was more encouraging.
US inflation picked up in December but underlying price pressures eased
U.S. inflation likely worsened last month on the back of higher prices for gas, eggs, and used cars, a trend that could make it less likely that the Federal Reserve will cut its key interest rate much this year.
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.
Nigerian inflation rises for fourth straight month in December
Nigeria's inflation rate rose for the fourth straight month in December, advancing to 34.80% in annual terms from 34.60% in November, data from the statistics agency showed on Wednesday.
US inflation ticks up again — dimming prospects for significant Fed cuts this year
US consumer prices showed no signs of cooling in December amid higher costs for energy goods — pointing to still elevated inflation that aligns with the Federal Reserve’s projections for fewer interest rate cuts this year.
Inflation Ticked Up To 2.9% In December As Expected—Highest Since July
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Inflation rises 2.9% in December, in line with expectations
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Gold Rallies As December Inflation Prompts Unease
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US Inflation Rises to 2.9% in December, as Gas and Egg Prices Drive Uptick
The consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.9 percent year-over-year in December, the largest annual increase since July. When ...
Core CPI rises less than forecast as inflation pressures ease slightly in December
A key inflation metric eased for the first time since July as investors debate the Federal Reserve's next interest rate ...
Euro Area annual inflation upticks to 2.4% in December
The inflation rate in the Euro Area increased to 2.40% in December from 2.20% in November, matching consensus. The Consumer ...
Israel inflation eases in December for 3.2% rate in 2024
Israel's inflation eased more than expected in December to end 2024 at a rate of 3.2% versus 3.0% in 2023, according to data ...
Investors cheered December's inflation data. Experts say US economy is not 'out of the woods' yet.
December's CPI print finally showed some relief in core inflation. But the threat of sticky prices is still a reality for ...