Core inflation remains muted The core CPI moved higher by just 0.1% in December to hold at +1.6% on an annual basis for a third straight month. Daily Economic Commentary January 14, 2021 market commentary
Inflation warm again in August Weekly Review: CPI rose by at least 0.4 percent for a third consecutive month while core prices again posted an above-trend increase. Economic Commentary September 14, 2020 consumer spendingeconomic growthhousing marketinflation
The Fed loosens the reins on inflation How will markets react to the central bank’s shift on inflation? Capital Market Impact September 2, 2020 inflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
Inflation surprises to the upside Weekly Review: CPI jumped by 0.6 percent for July as rising energy prices again helped to lift monthly inflation Economic Commentary August 17, 2020 consumer spendingeconomic growthhousing marketinflation
Consumer inflation downshifts in September The consumer price index was flat in September as falling energy/gasoline costs offset a modest rise in core prices. Economic Commentary October 14, 2019 consumer spendingeconomic growthhousing marketinflation
Core inflation edging higher; solid consumer Overall CPI rose by only a small 0.1 percent for Aug as gas prices plummeted, but the core rose by a strong 0.3 percent. Economic Commentary September 16, 2019 consumer spendingeconomic growthinflationinterest rates
Inflation up, but easing still likely in July With stronger than expected inflation readings for June, a Fed rate cut still looks likely for the end of July. Economic Commentary July 15, 2019 consumer spendingeconomic growthhousing marketinflation
Investors bet low inflation could spur Fed action Equity markets remain resilient despite uncertainty surrounding the trade conflict Capital Market Impact June 17, 2019 economic growthinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Accelerating inflation takes a break August’s slower CPI report is unlikely to keep the Fed from tightening at the September FOMC meeting. Economic Commentary September 17, 2018 consumer spendingeconomic growthhousing marketinflation
Tighter markets driving inflation up The year-over-year change in the core CPI climbed to 2.4 percent in July, the fastest pace since 2008. Economic Commentary August 13, 2018 economic growthinflationinterest ratesmarket commentary
