U.S. Economy: CPI, Housing Starts, Jobless Claims

U.S. Economy: CPI, Housing Starts, Jobless Claims

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The video discusses various economic indicators, including CPI figures, housing starts, and initial jobless claims. It highlights the CPI's alignment with estimates, a significant increase in housing starts, and a continuous decline in jobless claims, raising questions about future trends. Janet Yellen's upcoming testimony is also mentioned.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What was the downside surprise in the CPI excluding food and energy?

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What was the year-on-year CPI excluding food and energy?

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What is the median estimate for CPI year on year?

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How much did housing starts increase month over month?

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What was the initial jobless claims figure reported?

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