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What is CPI (consumer price index)?
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The consumer price index measures the change in prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. It is the most widely used gauge of inflation.
Key points
- Headline gauge of inflation.
- Feeds into rate expectations.
- The surprise versus forecast moves price.
CPI (consumer price index) explained
Central banks weigh inflation heavily when setting interest rates, so CPI releases can move currencies and gold quickly. Markets react to the gap between the figure and the consensus forecast.
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