US Fed's Preferred Inflation Measure Holds at 3 Percent in February
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- •The PCE price index increased by 3% year-over-year in February 2026.
- •This inflation rate met economists' forecasts.
- •The Federal Reserve uses the PCE price index as its main inflation indicator.
- •Inflation at 3% is above the Fed's 2% target but shows signs of moderation.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If inflation remains steady around 3% in coming months the Federal Reserve may maintain current interest rates, affecting loan and mortgage costs for consumers and businesses.
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