Inflation Rate (CPI)
Inflation Rate (CPI)
About This Event
The inflation rate or Consumer Price Index (CPI) for December will be released.
Previous: 6.8%
Forecast: 7%
The inflation rate (CPI) measures the average change in price of a basket of consumer goods and services. Lower than expected inflation is bullish, while higher than expected inflation is bearish.
The annual inflation rate in the US accelerated to 7.5% in January of 2022, the highest since February of 1982 and well above market forecasts of 7.3%, as soaring energy costs, labour shortages, and supply disruptions coupled with strong demand weigh. Energy remained the biggest contributor (27% vs 29.3% in December), with gasoline prices surging 40% (49.6% in December). Inflation accelerated for shelter (4.4% vs 4.1%); food (7% vs 6.3%), namely food at home (7.4% vs 6.5%); new vehicles (12.2% vs 11.8%); used cars and trucks (40.5% vs 37.3%); and medical care services (2.7% vs 2.5%). Excluding volatile energy and food categories, the CPI rose 6%, the most since August of 1982. On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased 0.6%, in line with forecasts. The January figure includes changes in seasonal adjustment factors with the bigger weight given to used cars and trucks and a smaller one for food away from home, but the calculations did not affect unadjusted data. source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Why This Event Matters
Economic releases such as Inflation Rate (CPI) are widely followed because they can shape expectations for growth, inflation, and monetary policy. Traders and investors often use these data points when assessing interest-rate outlooks, Treasury yields, and sector rotation themes. The scheduled timing is January 12, 2022 (America/New_York), subject to source updates.
Source summary: The inflation rate or Consumer Price Index (CPI) for December will be released.
Previous: 6.8% Forecast: 7%
The inflation rate (CPI) measures the average change in price of a basket of consumer goods and services. Lower than expected inflation is bullish, while higher than expected inflation is bearish.
The annual inflation rate in the US accelerated to 7.5% in January of 2022, the highest...
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Inflation Rate (CPI)?
- It is a stock market catalyst entry on Catacal—an event or release investors and traders may monitor. Details are summarized from the cited source and may be updated over time.
- When is Inflation Rate (CPI)?
- The calendar shows Jan 12, 2022 (America/New_York). Verify the exact time and any changes using the source link when planning around the event.
- Why does Inflation Rate (CPI) matter for investors?
- Macro releases can influence rate expectations, yields, and sector leadership. Market participants often reassess positioning after the data.
- Which stocks or sectors could be affected?
- Symbols linked to this listing include SPY; other names in the same industry group may also move with related news.
- How is this event categorized?
- Catacal groups this entry under "Economic Data" for navigation. Categories help you find comparable catalysts and build a week-by-week watchlist.
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