Inflation

US stocks suffered their worst session of 2025 as weaker-than-expected economic data and a surge in long-term inflation expectations—the highest since 1995—dampened investor sentiment. Reports on consumer sentiment, housing, and services unsettled the market, while a notional $2.7 trillion in options set to expire added further volatility. Gains in vaccine manufacturers followed reports of a […]

U.S. consumer price inflation rose in October, meeting forecasts and lifting Wall Street indexes on Wednesday, while boosting the dollar close to levels against the yen that have raised concerns at the Bank of Japan.  

UK Inflation Slows in September In September, the UK inflation rate, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose by 1.7%, down from 2.2% in August, according to the Office for National Statistics.   This increase was lower than the predicted 1.9%, staying below the Bank of England’s 2% target.  Core Inflation Misses Estimates Core […]

UK Inflation Forecast for 2024 In 2024, the UK inflation rate is expected to drop to 2.2%, a sharp decline from the 7.3% recorded in 2023 and 9.1% in 2022. Prior to the surge, inflation rates were notably lower, with the highest being 4.5% in 2011 and a low of 0% in 2015. The inflation […]

September CPI: Inflation at 2.4% The pace of price increases in September surprised many, as the US Labor Department reported an uptick in inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of goods and services, increased by 0.2% for the month, bringing annual inflation to 2.4%, slightly above expectations. Core Prices and Key […]

All Eyes on September’s CPI Report This week’s September CPI report is crucial for shaping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions, as labor market and inflation data are the main factors guiding their policies. The outcome of the report could significantly influence financial markets, including stocks, bonds, commodities, and the dollar. Inflation Trends: August Data […]

Inflation drops to 2.5%, the lowest since 2021. Will the Fed cut rates by 50 basis points on Sept 18? Explore the implications for Gold, stocks, and the Dollar

Will August’s inflation report trigger a major rate cut by the Fed? All eyes are on the upcoming CPI data, which could lead to a 50bp cut—the biggest since 2008

All three major U.S. stock indexes closed higher on Wednesday, driven by strong gains in the technology sector. This uptick helped offset investor disappointment following a morning inflation report that dampened hopes for a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week.

The U.S. dollar declined against several major currencies on Tuesday as markets prepared for key inflation data and a much-anticipated U.S. presidential debate. Despite these events, analysts believe neither outcome is likely to significantly alter the current direction of monetary policy.