Investors Brace for Volatility Ahead of US Inflation Report.
TL;DR
The US April inflation report, set to be released on Wednesday, is expected to show a monthly increase of 0.4% and a 5% rise in the consumer price index. Investors will be closely watching the report as a significant deviation from forecasts may cause losses for those expecting the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged at its next meeting and potentially cut rates later this year as its year-long monetary tightening cycle ends.
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