01Economic Outlook
CBO Projects Gradual Slowdown in PCE Inflation for 2026
CBO published a long-term budget and economic report predicting a gradual slowdown of PCE inflation throughout 2026 as the effects of trade tariffs weaken.
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02Price Indexes
BLS Reports Annual CPI Inflation Decreased to 3.4 Percent in July
Annual CPI inflation dropped from 3.5 percent in the prior month to 3.4 percent, hitting a local low for the period.
03Fuel & Energy
BLS Releases August CPI Showing Gasoline Price Jump
Annual CPI inflation held at 3.4 percent, but the monthly index surged by 0.4 percent largely due to a 3.9 percent increase in gasoline prices.
04Market Sentiment
New York Fed Survey Shows Rise in Short-Term Inflation Expectations
Household short-term inflation expectations rose to 3.9 percent, though labor market and income expectations also improved.
05Consumer Trends
Bank of America Institute Reports Strong Consumer Spending Growth in September
Total consumer spending increased by 6.2 percent year-over-year, driven by an early start to winter holiday preparations.