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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
United StatesUS Consumer Inflation Expectations held to 3.0% in December 2024
FMPMonthlyReleased January 2025
US Consumer Inflation Expectations held to 3.0% in December 2024, released January 2025. The reading matched the 3.1% consensus. Over the past 3 months, Consumer Inflation Expectations averaged 2.95%, vs 3.0% in the prior 3-month window. Consumer Inflation Expectations is now the highest in 6 months.
Latest Release
3
Actual
3.1
Consensus
3
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.1 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jan 2025
Predicted: 3.1
Actual: 3
Error: +0.1
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | INDEX | Bullish Stocks | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.35 | COMMODITIES | Bearish Gold | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | CRYPTO | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Consumer Inflation Expectations (United States) was reported at 3.1% in March 2025. The reading rose from the previous value of 3%. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a monthly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 3.03%, up from the prior three at 2.97%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.1%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include NY Empire State Manufacturing Index (Jun 15) and Industrial Production MoM (Jun 15).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update March 2025.
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Consumer Inflation Expectations - US
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About Consumer Inflation Expectations — United States
DEFINITION
Consumer Inflation Expectations is a financial indicator that measures the anticipated rate of inflation among consumers. It reflects the level of confidence and expectations that consumers have regarding the future increase in prices of goods and services. This indicator is closely monitored by economists and policymakers as it can provide insights into consumer spending behavior and potential changes in the overall economy. A higher level of consumer inflation expectations may indicate a potential rise in inflation, while a lower level may suggest a more stable or even declining inflation rate.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Inflation prints feed directly into central-bank policy expectations and real-yield calculations, and are among the most rate-sensitive releases on the calendar. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Mar 2025): actual 3.1 %. Prior reading (Dec 2024): 3 %. Before that (Nov 2024): 3 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks, r=0.50) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.