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U.S. Inflation Data Meets Expectations but Leaves Federal Reserve Path Uncertain

The latest U.S. inflation report showed consumer prices rising broadly in line with expectations, offering markets a temporary sense of stability. However, economists warn that energy price volatility and geopolitical risks could complicate the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook, leaving investors uncertain about the timing and magnitude of future interest rate decisions.

Wall Street Futures Edge Lower as Bond Yields Rise Ahead of U.S. Data

On February 9, 2026, Wall Street’s main index futures pointed to a weaker open as rising Treasury yields tempered risk appetite among investors awaiting crucial U.S. employment and inflation data. The rise in yields followed reports that foreign holders, including Chinese institutions, were reassessing their U.S. Treasury exposure, underscoring broader concerns about global fixed-income demand dynamics and macroeconomic uncertainty.