Inflation rate hits 2.8% in February, less than expected
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February showed inflation at 2.8%, which is lower than economists' expectations. This marks a continued moderation in price increases, potentially influencing the Federal Reserve's future monetary policy decisions regarding interest rates.
March 18, 2025 | 11:30 am
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Lower-than-expected inflation could signal potential market stability and reduced likelihood of aggressive interest rate hikes.
Softer inflation data typically suggests less aggressive monetary tightening, which can be positive for broad market ETFs like SPY.
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