Latest US CPI data shows monthly inflation at 0.3% for both headline and core measures, meeting market expectations. On an annual basis, headline inflation sits at 2.7% (as forecast), while core inflation came in at 2.6%—slightly softer than anticipated. Market participants are closely watching these figures for clues on future monetary policy shifts. However, this particular release is unlikely to materially shift rate expectations or significantly alter the Fed's current policy trajectory. The data aligns well enough with consensus estimates that traders should brace for relatively stable market conditions in the near term, absent any surprise signals from the central bank.