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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
ZMZM CPI climbed to 0.6% in January 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased February 2026
ZM CPI climbed to 0.6% in January 2026, released February 2026, up 0.1% from December's 0.5% reading.
Latest Release
0.600000
Actual
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Consensus
0.500000
Previous
Sigmacast Track Record
Sigmacast track record will appear here once this indicator has been released 3+ times since Sigmanomics began tracking.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | COMMODITIES | Bearish XAU | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.33 | CRYPTO | Bullish BTC | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
CPI (Zambia) was reported at 0.6% in February 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 0.5%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through February 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 5.83%, ranging from 0.4% to 14.1% across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 3.83%, down from the prior three at 4.47%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with XAU/USD (Bearish XAU). A secondary relationship exists with BTC/USD, positively correlated (Bullish BTC).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update February 2026.
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About CPI — ZM
DEFINITION
CPI, or Consumer Price Index, is a widely used economic indicator that measures the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by households. It is an important tool for assessing inflation and the overall cost of living for consumers. The CPI is calculated by tracking the prices of a basket of goods and services over time, providing valuable insights into the current state of the economy and its impact on consumers. This indicator is closely monitored by policymakers, businesses, and investors to make informed decisions about economic trends and financial strategies.
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. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Feb 2026): actual 7.5 %. Prior reading (Jan 2026): 9.4 %. Before that (Jan 2026): 0.5 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially 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 XAU/USD (Bearish XAU, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for commodities-focused traders.