Why Core CPI Matters More Than Headline Inflation Now

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Why Core CPI Matters More Than Headline Inflation Now

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the latest CPI data released April 2026. Headline inflation is cooling, but core CPI — which strips out food and energy — hit 335.4, up from 334.17 in March. They explain why economists watch core CPI as a signal of persistent inflation, especially with energy prices volatile due to the Iran war rattling markets. The conversation also touches on the 10-year breakeven inflation rate falling to 2.44%, suggesting bond markets expect inflation to ease, while the Fed faces pressure to hike rates again. Specific examples: how rising shelter costs and services inflation keep core CPI elevated, and why the Fed's preferred PCE index lags behind. No fluff, just the numbers that matter. #CPI #CoreCPI #Inflation #FederalReserve #BondMarket #BreakevenInflation #PCE #ShelterCosts #ServicesInflation #EnergyPrices #IranWar #KevinWarsh #RateHike #BondVigilantes #Economics #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CostOfLiving Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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