U.S. Inflation Rate Forecast
Inflation Rate Forecast Values
Percent Change in Consumer Price Index
| Month | Date | Forecast Value | Avg Error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Apr 2026 | 3.81 | ±0.00 |
| 1 | May 2026 | 4.27 | ±0.082 |
| 2 | Jun 2026 | 4.09 | ±0.10 |
| 3 | Jul 2026 | 3.82 | ±0.12 |
| 4 | Aug 2026 | 3.74 | ±0.13 |
| 5 | Sep 2026 | 3.45 | ±0.14 |
| 6 | Oct 2026 | 3.30 | ±0.14 |
| 7 | Nov 2026 | 3.37 | ±0.15 |
| 8 | Dec 2026 | 3.19 | ±0.15 |
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| May 14, 2026 | |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7501.24 |
| U.S. GDP Growth, YoY % | 2.66 |
| U.S. Inflation Rate, % | 3.81 |
| Gold Price, $/oz-t | 4649.60 |
| Crude Oil Futures, $/bbl | 101.88 |
| U.S. 10 Year Treasury, % | 4.47 |