Consumer Price Index Has The Smallest Rise Since January

The CPI report indicates a drop in inflation to 7.7% in October, a better-than-expected outcome. While the White House remains cautious, Heather Boushey from the President's Council of Economic Advisors notes the improvement as a positive sign for American families. Key inflation contributors include shelter, food, and gas, with shelter being the most significant. Despite the hopeful report, the Federal Reserve is likely to continue raising interest rates. The economy shows strength with steady job gains and no increase in unemployment claims. The CPI news positively impacted Wall Street, with major indexes rising.

What signs indicate that the economy is still in a relative position of strength?

How did the stock market react to the CPI report on Thursday?