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PCE vs CPI: Which Inflation Number the Fed Actually Watches

September 12, 2026August 27, 2026 by Bruno

The Fed targets PCE, not CPI. Here is what each measures, why they diverge, and what the July 2026 readings tell you before Jackson Hole.

Categories Inflation, Market Education Tags core pce inflation, federal reserve inflation target, inflation explained, investing basics, jackson hole 2026, pce vs cpi
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