The January CPI inflation report is due out Friday morning. Here's what it's expected to show

Investors got some good news this week on the state of the labor market, and more may be on the way Friday on inflation.

CPI rose at an annual rate of 2.4% in January, cooler than expected

Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.

CPI Report Live: Today's Inflation Data Was a 'Welcome Surprise'

The January CPI report showed cooling inflation, a key factor in whether the Federal Reserve resumes interest rate cuts. Follow along with our live coverage here.

January CPI report is the best inflation news in months. Here's why.

The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling.

Why U.S. Inflation Is Likely To Keep Falling In 2026

Inflation is set to ease in 2026 as cooling shelter costs, softer demand and base effects push headline CPI lower than official data currently shows.

Inflation slowed in January, but some prices are still biting

A Friday the 13th economic report appeared to deliver some fortunate news: Annual inflation slowed significantly.

Dow futures plunge ahead of CPI data: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens

Dow futures pointed lower ahead of Friday’s CPI inflation report, setting up a tense open after a bruising tech-led selloff ...

The stock market is expected to move big on Friday’s CPI. Here are the possible scenarios

Under the most likely scenario for the consumer inflation reading, the JPMorgan trading desk sees the S&P 500 gaining 0.25% ...

US inflation slows to 2.4% in January. What it means for interest rates.

The slightly lower number for January reflects smaller price increases for shelter and food, as well as a decrease in energy costs.

US consumer prices increase marginally, but inflation pressures persist

By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, Feb 13 (Reuters) - U.S. consumer prices increased less than expected in January amid cheaper ...