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CPI Preview: Data May Throw Cold Water on a 50bps Cut in September

Published 2024-08-14, 02:20 a/m

In recent weeks, the market narrative has shifted. Concerns over a potential recession have overtaken inflation fears, as the labor market shows signs of weakening.

After a lower-than-expected PPI release yesterday, today's inflation data is expected to show a modest 0.1% month-on-month increase in both CPI and Core CPI.

CPI Report

Yesterday's lower-than-expected PPI figure may signal a similar trend in today's CPI data. Given the recent trends, the market is pricing in a 50-point reduction in September.

However, I believe the Fed, still focused on taming inflation, may choose a more balanced approach, opting for a 25 bp rate cut on September 18.

Fed Rate Cut Expectations

How Could CPI Data Move Markets?

CPI data could drive markets in several ways:

If inflation comes in lower than expected:

  • Equities might rally.
  • Bond yields could fall.
  • Small-cap stocks may outperform large-cap stocks.
  • The dollar could weaken against the euro.

Conversely, higher-than-expected inflation would likely have the opposite effect.

The CPI report will be closely watched, but it's important to remember that the market's focus is increasingly shifting toward recession concerns.

While inflation remains a key issue, the potential for a recession adds another layer of complexity. Higher-than-expected inflation could limit the Fed's ability to ease monetary policy, which would weigh on the economy.

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