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August CPI report key to market tone ahead of September FOMC meeting, with core inflation closely watched.

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07 Sep 2026
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August CPI report key to market tone ahead of September FOMC meeting, with core inflation closely watched.

The upcoming August Consumer Price Index (CPI) report is crucial as consensus expects a 0.4% monthly increase in headline CPI and 0.2% in core CPI. Core CPI is particularly important because it could influence market sentiment ahead of the September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Analysts suggest that even a slight rise above expectations in core inflation could shift market tone and impact the likelihood of a rate hike. The author believes that if core CPI remains below 0.4%, a September rate hike is unlikely, but acknowledges risks remain. This report will guide investors on inflation trends and central bank policy direction.

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