Stock Market Morning Update Tuesday February 18, 2025 Stock Market Closes Last Week Strong Despite Inflation Concerns.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.5% increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for January, the largest monthly rise since August 2023. Year-over-year, the headline CPI exceeded 3% for the first time since June, raising investor concerns about stalled disinflation.
In response, the S&P 500 dipped by 0.3% on Wednesday, while bond yields climbed above 4.6%, indicating renewed expectations for a more aggressive Federal Reserve.
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