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U.S. Core Inflation Comes in Subdued, Easing Pressure on Fed

The consumer price index, excluding often-volatile food and energy categories, increased 0.2% from a month earlier, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out Wednesday.

The consumer price index, excluding often-volatile food and energy categories, increased 0.2% from a month earlier, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out Wednesday.

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Why it matters

The subdued U.S. core inflation print is a key monetary-policy signal that eases pressure on the Federal Reserve's rate decisions, directly impacting borrowing costs and credit conditions for sophisticated finance professionals.

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