U.S. inflation picks up in August as core CPI posts biggest gain in four months, lifting rate-hike odds
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August CPI and core inflation surprised firmer, lifting expectations for a near-term Fed hike (FedWatch ~87%). Energy-driven price pressures (oil back above $100; diesel spike) raise the risk of broader inflation persistence, keeping policy restrictive and supporting higher real yields. Near-term, this is negative for risk assets and credit, while reinforcing USD support and tightening global financial conditions.
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U.S. consumer prices rose faster in August, with core inflation recording its largest increase in four months as higher energy costs added to price pressures. Rate-hike expectations strengthened, with FedWatch showing the probability rising to 87%. Oil climbed back above $100 a barrel and motor fuels including diesel jumped 9.6% over the week, pushing up inflation expectations. The Federal Reserve faces a more urgent policy trade-off between restoring price stability and supporting economic growth.
