“U.S. Economic Indicators: Inflation Under Control and a Strong Labor Market” – March 2025

The U.S. economic data for March showed a slowdown in inflation and relative stability in the labor market. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) recorded an annual increase of 2.4%, with a slight monthly decrease of 0.1%, while core inflation (Core CPI) stood at 2.8% annually, the lowest level since 2021. The decline in energy prices by 2.4% contributed to easing inflationary pressures.

On the other hand, initial unemployment claims rose to 223,000, an increase of 4,000 claims, while continuing claims fell to 1.85 million. Despite this, the economy added 228,000 new jobs, although the unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.2%.

These figures suggest a delicate balance between slowing inflation and a relatively strong labor market, which may influence the Federal Reserve's direction in the coming period.

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