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Wall Street closes in on a winning September following an encouraging update on inflation

U.S. stock markets are trending upward following an August inflation report that showed core inflation at 3.0%, a figure lower than analysts expected. The Dow is projected to rise by 200 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also expected to climb. This cooling inflation occurred despite an increase in consumer spending. Market analysts suggest these lower figures may provide the Federal Reserve and Donald Trump more time before considering another interest rate hike.

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  • βœ“ The Federal Reserve's preferred gauge showed core inflation was 3.0% in August.
  • βœ“ Inflation cooled slightly last month while consumer spending increased.
πŸ›‘οΈ Source Corroboration: 9 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

August core inflation arrived at 3.0%, coming in lighter than expected and pushing major indices toward a positive September finish.

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  1. Wall Street nears winning September as August core inflation hits 3.0%

    U.S. stock markets are trending upward following an August inflation report that showed core inflation at 3.0%, a figure lower than analysts expected. The Dow is projected to rise by 200 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also expected to climb. This cooling inflation occurred despite an increase in consumer spending. Market analysts suggest these lower figures may provide the Federal Reserve and Donald Trump more time before considering another interest rate hike.

    Why it matters

    The Federal Reserve relies on the PCE inflation gauge to determine monetary policy and interest rate adjustments. Lower than expected core inflation suggests a slowing price increase trend, which typically encourages equity investment. Investors are now awaiting Micron results and further economic data.

    What is confirmed

    • The Federal Reserve's preferred gauge showed core inflation was 3.0% in August.
    • Inflation cooled slightly last month while consumer spending increased.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Cooler inflation could buy the Fed and Trump time on another rate hike.

    What to watch next

    • Further PCE inflation data updates.
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    2. MarketWatch β€” Stock Market Today: Dow set for 200-point rise, S&P 500 and Nasdaq to rise ahead of PCE inflation data; Micron results on tap
    3. ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos β€” Inflation cooled slightly last month even as consumers stepped up spending
    4. CNBC β€” Fed’s preferred gauge showed core inflation at 3.0% in August, much lighter than expected
    5. Politico β€” Cooler inflation could buy the Fed, Trump time on another rate hike
    6. AP News β€” Wall Street closes in on a winning September following an encouraging update on inflation
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