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HIGH IMPACTUSDUS· Period: Apr 2026

Consumer Price Index (YoY)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 12:30 PMUTC

US Consumer Price Index (YoY) for Apr 2026 came in at 3.8%, vs 3.3% previously. Released by BLS, this is one of the macro indicators traders watch most closely.

  • Country: US
  • Source: BLS
  • Market impact: HIGH IMPACT
  • Reference period: Apr 2026

Previous

3.3%

Forecast

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Actual

3.8%

Recent history

Last 60 observations from FRED.

About this release

US Consumer Price Index (YoY) is published by BLS. Use the chart above for medium-term context and the source link below to read the official release in full.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Consumer Price Index (YoY)?+

Consumer Price Index (YoY) is an economic indicator published by BLS. It's one of the macro releases traders watch to gauge the underlying state of the economy and adjust positioning ahead of central-bank decisions.

How often is Consumer Price Index (YoY) released?+

Consumer Price Index (YoY) follows a regular release calendar — the issuing agency announces every date in advance. Use the calendar to see every upcoming release date.

Why does Consumer Price Index (YoY) move US markets?+

Surprises versus expectations move FX and rate markets fastest: a hotter print pulls forward central-bank tightening expectations and tends to support the currency, while a cooler print does the opposite. Bond yields and equities react too, often with a delay.

Where can I find the full Consumer Price Index (YoY) report?+

We link to the official release page in the source button above. The agency's site has the full press release, methodology notes, and downloadable historical data.

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