#CPI&JoblessClaimsWatch The latest economic data from the United States showed interesting dynamics in the labor market and inflation. The US Department of Labor reported that initial jobless claims for the week ending April 5, 2025 reached 223,000, up from 219,000 in the previous week, but in line with market expectations. Meanwhile, continuing jobless claims fell to 1.850 million, lower than the forecast of 1.880 million and the previous figure of 1.893 million.

On the inflation front, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in March 2025 showed a 0.1% increase on a monthly basis, lower than the 0.2% expected, and an increase of 2.5% on an annual basis, also below the 2.8% forecast. This data suggests that inflationary pressures may be easing, giving the Federal Reserve room to consider a more accommodative monetary policy.

Overall, despite the slight increase in initial jobless claims, the decline in continuing claims and the moderate pace of inflation provide positive signals for the US economy. Investors and market participants will continue to monitor these data to assess the direction of interest rate policy and future economic conditions.