Economy
In a much-anticipated data release that arrived later than scheduled, the U.S. Commerce Department reported today that consumer spending rose by 0.4% in January 2026. While the headline figure suggests a resilient American consumer, the underlying data reveals a more complex narrative: the cost of living continues to
PCE Report
As the Federal Reserve prepares for its high-stakes policy meeting on March 17-18, 2026, all eyes are fixed on the upcoming Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index report. Following a dramatic and sudden spike in global energy prices—widely dubbed the "Iran Shock"—this specific data point has
PCE Report
As the sun sets on January 21, 2026, the financial world is bracing for what may be the most significant data release of the young year. Tomorrow morning, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) is scheduled to release a combined Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report covering both October and November
S&P 500
The S&P 500 is currently making a strong ascent towards uncharted territory, hovering just shy of its all-time record highs. This bullish momentum is largely attributed to recent "light inflation readings" that have reassured markets, coupled with intense anticipation surrounding the upcoming Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE)
PCE Report
New York, NY – September 26, 2025 – The financial markets today greeted the August 2025 Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation report with a resounding cheer, sending the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) (NYSE: ^DJI) soaring by approximately 300 points. Despite year-over-year headline inflation showing a slight acceleration, the report's
Financial Markets
New York, NY – September 26, 2025 – The financial markets are buzzing today as the S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: VOO) experienced a notable uplift, reacting positively to the release of August's Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index. The report, a critical barometer for inflation and a key metric