CPI (Consumer Price Index)
Monthly inflation measure. High CPI = central banks hike rates. Massive forex mover.
US CPI drives USD moves for days afterward. 0.1% surprise vs expectations can trigger 80-100 pips on majors. Inflation narrative shapes the currency landscape.
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