Global markets react to U.S. inflation and Fed policy signals

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Global markets are reacting to shifting economic indicators, particularly regarding inflation and central bank policies. In the United States, inflation remains a challenge; the Consumer Price Index rose 3.7% year-over-year in September, while import prices saw their largest annual increase in over four years, rising 8.1%. This surge was driven largely by energy products, including a 35.4% annual increase in oil and petroleum prices.

Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh indicated that recent economic data has generally aligned with expectations, leading to increased market speculation that the Fed may pause interest rate hikes in October. Market probabilities for a rate hike have dropped significantly following these comments.

In Mexico, the Bolsa Mexicana de Valores (BMV) saw a strong performance, recording its largest weekly gain since April at 4.36%. This growth was driven by 32 of the index's 35 top issuers, including notable gains from Grupo Financiero Inbursa and Coca-Cola Femsa. However, the Mexican peso experienced depreciation against the dollar during the same period.

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Bank of Japan · Bolsa Mexicana de Valores · Bureau of Labor Statistics · Citigroup · Federal Reserve · Goldman Sachs · JPMorgan Chase · Kevin Warsh · United States Department of Labor · Wells Fargo

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[DISPUTED] JPMorgan Chase reported a net profit of $15,305 million for the third quarter of 2026. eldiariony.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Market tools indicated an 85% probability that the Federal Reserve would maintain interest rates in October. www.diarioestrategia.cl
[○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. import prices rose 1.1% in September compared to August. www.epochtimes.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) achieved a weekly gain of 4.36 percent. mayacomunicacion.com.mx · diario.mx · xeu.mx
[● 3 SOURCES] Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh stated that economic conditions have generally aligned with expectations since September. www.diarioestrategia.cl · www.expansion.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. import prices increased by 8.1% over the past year ending in September. www.epochtimes.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The U.S. Consumer Price Index rose 3.7% year-over-year in September. www.latimes.com