U.S. Inflation Rate Forecast
Inflation Rate Forecast Values
Percent Change in Consumer Price Index
| Month | Date | Forecast Value | Avg Error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Aug 2026 | 3.40 | ±0.00 |
| 1 | Sep 2026 | 3.55 | ±0.082 |
| 2 | Oct 2026 | 3.42 | ±0.10 |
| 3 | Nov 2026 | 3.15 | ±0.12 |
| 4 | Dec 2026 | 2.78 | ±0.13 |
| 5 | Jan 2027 | 2.69 | ±0.14 |
| 6 | Feb 2027 | 2.55 | ±0.14 |
| 7 | Mar 2027 | 2.02 | ±0.15 |
| 8 | Apr 2027 | 1.84 | ±0.15 |
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| September 22, 2026 | |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7764.64 |
| U.S. GDP Growth, YoY % | 2.10 |
| U.S. Inflation Rate, % | 3.40 |
| Gold Price, $/oz-t | 4357.40 |
| Crude Oil Futures, $/bbl | 89.85 |
| U.S. 10 Year Treasury, % | 4.96 |