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Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Forex

A clear definition of Consumer Price Index (CPI), with practical context for reading markets and making better trading decisions.

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Definition

A widely watched measure of how consumer prices change over time. It is one inflation indicator, not the whole economy.

A CPI release above forecasts can change expectations for the next central-bank decision.

Understanding Consumer Price Index (CPI) helps traders interpret market information, plan decisions, and manage risk with more context.

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