The pace of price hikes in the US accelerated in January, with the PCE price index rising 0.3%. Core PCE inflation rose 0.4%, up 2.8% over the past 12 months. The figures were in line with Wall Street expectations.
Key Points
PCE price index rose 0.3% in January
Core PCE inflation increased 0.4%
Core PCE inflation is up 2.8% over the past 12 months
Pros
Detailed explanation of the PCE price index and core PCE inflation
Comparison with CPI to provide a broader perspective on inflation trends
Cons
Limited discussion on potential implications of rising inflation on the economy