Inflation ticked up in Dec., CPI report shows
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CPI inflation may run hot, but it's not real (live coverage)
Economists expect a 0.3% monthly increase in both the overall CPI and the core CPI, which strips out volatile food and energy prices. The headline CPI inflation rate is seen dipping to 2.6% from 2.7%, while the core rate is expected to edge up to 2.7% from 2.6%.
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GDP swings and 3% inflation: What the numbers really say about the economy
Headline GDP and inflation figures are sending mixed signals as the United States heads into 2026. Growth looks surprisingly strong on paper while price pressures hover near 3 percent, a level that feels manageable to markets but stubborn to central bankers.
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