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U.S. Inflation Pressures Persist as Producer Prices Rise 0.2% in December

December sees a 0.2% increase in U.S. producer prices driven by energy costs, amid mixed stock market reactions and inflation forecasts.

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  1. How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 1/14/2025

    While the overall market showed some resilience with a modest rise in the S&P 500 and Dow, the disappointing performance of Eli Lilly and a mixed bag of index results underscore the ongoing challenges that persist beneath the surface of seemingly positive economic indicators.

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  2. JPMorgan’s view on Wednesday's inflation reading and how the stock market will react

    The upcoming inflation report is poised to significantly sway stock market direction, underscoring the fragile balance investors must navigate amidst fluctuating economic indicators.

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  3. Dow Rises 220 Points, While S&P, Nasdaq End Flat

    The recent market activity underscores the persistent uncertainty surrounding inflation, interest rates, and the Federal Reserve's policies, with a disappointing earnings season looming that could threaten further equity gains.

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  4. US producer prices rise moderately in December

    While producer prices rose moderately in December, it is unlikely this will alter the prevailing sentiment that the Federal Reserve is poised to maintain interest rates amid a robust labor market.

    US producer prices rise moderately in December

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Updated: Jan 14th, 2025, 7:40 PM ET

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The U.S. producer price index rose 0.2% in December, causing mixed reactions in stock markets. Inflation pressures persist, with the S&P 500 up 0.1% and the Dow rising 0.5%. Year-on-year, the PPI increased by 3.3%, maintaining expectations of steady interest rates from the Federal Reserve. Investors await the upcoming consumer price index report for clearer future rate projections. Stocks fluctuated as concerns over tariffs and potential rate cuts strain market optimism. Eli Lilly’s disappointing forecast contributed to market hesitance. Market valuations remain above long-term averages, signaling possible volatility ahead.


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