Economic Update – January 16, 2026

Economic Update – January 16, 2026

1. CPI INFLATION • The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.3% month-over-month and 2.7% year-over-year, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. • Inflation remained elevated but steady to end 2023, meeting consensus expectations....
Economic Update – December 30, 2025

Economic Update – December 30, 2025

1. 3RD QUARTER GDP • Real GDP expanded by a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 4.3% during the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest estimate from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. • Growth was well above the 3.3% consensus estimate, propelled by expanded...
Economic Update – December 11, 2025

Economic Update – December 11, 2025

1. FED INTEREST RATE DECISION • The FOMC cut the benchmark Federal Funds rate by 25 basis points at their December policy meeting. It was the committee’s third consecutive rate cut, widely expected by markets. • The decision was made along a 9-3 vote, the most divided...