#CPI&JoblessClaimsWatch The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures inflation rates, with a focus on core inflation excluding food and energy prices. The latest CPI report showed a 2.8% annual increase, lower than expected, which may influence the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates ¹.

- *Headline Inflation*: 2.4% (down from 3.0% in January)

- *Core Inflation*: 3.1% (down from 3.3% in January)