While markets were eager for Friday’s report on Q4 2025 GDP, perhaps the most significant result was that PCE inflation increased 2.8% compared to a year ago, a reacceleration from the third quarter, with the core measure exhibiting a 2.9% increase.
Tag: Inflation
TransUnion: Consumer Outlook Mixed in Q2
TransUnion, Chicago, released its Consumer Pulse Study for the second quarter, finding consumer concerns about inflation and interest rates have hit their highest levels in two years.
Inflation Increases Slightly in December
The headline inflation rate increased modestly during December, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Thursday.
Fitch: Heightened Risk of ‘Severe’ U.S. Housing Downturn in 2023
Fitch Ratings, New York, said it expects the housing market to weaken further in 2023 as affordability issues, softening economic environment and low consumer confidence continue to erode demand.
Rising Inflation Impacting Non-Prime Borrowers Most
As rapidly rising gasoline, energy and utility prices drive inflation, non-prime borrowers with the riskiest credit profiles have generally experienced the greatest impact to their wallets, reported TransUnion, Chicago.