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Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.
The economy is not as strong as it could be and requires increased activity.
U.S. interest rate futures on Friday raised odds of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in June after a report that showed inflation rose less than expected in January.
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Gold rebounded on Friday as investors digested U.S. inflation figures for guidance on interest rate direction after jobs data lowered rate cut expectations.
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