Macro Dashboard
Key economic indicators with educational context. Data sourced from FRED.
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CPI (All Items)
Last updated: 2026-04-16
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3.2%
Expected
3.1%
What This Means
Consumer Price Index measures overall inflation. A reading below 3.2% would signal continued disinflation, supporting the case for Fed rate cuts later this year.
FOMC Decision
Last updated: 2026-05-07
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5.25%
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5.25%
What This Means
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold rates steady. Market focus will be on the dot plot and any changes to forward guidance language.
Non-Farm Payrolls
Last updated: 2026-05-02
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228K
Expected
185K
What This Means
Employment data is a key Fed input. A reading below 150K could accelerate rate cut expectations.
Core PCE
Last updated: 2026-04-25
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2.8%
Expected
2.7%
What This Means
The Fed's preferred inflation gauge. Any reading at or below 2.7% would be a positive signal for the rate-cutting thesis.
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