Inflation Rate (CPI)
Inflation Rate (CPI)
About This Event
The inflation rate or Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April will be released.
Previous: 5%
Forecast: 5%
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 consumer price inflation in the United States declined to 4.0 percent in May 2023, the lowest since March 2021 and slightly below market expectations of 4.1 percent, driven by a decline in energy prices. In addition, the core rate, which excludes volatile items such as food and energy, has slowed to 5.3 percent, the lowest since November 2021, supporting the argument for the Federal Reserve to consider pausing its current cycle of monetary tightening. Energy cost slumped 11.7 percent (vs -5.1 percent in April), while food inflation slowed to 6.7 percent (vs 7.7 percent in April). There were also smaller price increases for new vehicles (4.7 percent vs 5.4 percent), apparel (3.5 percent vs 3.6 percent), shelter (8.0 percent vs 8.1 percent), and transportation services (10.2 percent vs 11.0 percent). The cost of medical services was down 0.1 percent (vs 0.4 percent in April). On a monthly basis, consumer prices edged up 0.1 percent in May after increasing 0.4 percent in April. 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 May 10, 2023 (America/New_York), subject to source updates.
Source summary: The inflation rate or Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April will be released.
Previous: 5% Forecast: 5%
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 consumer price inflation in the United States declined to 4.0 percent in May 2023, the...
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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 May 10, 2023 (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?
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