'TARIFFS DON'T CAUSE INFLATION': Fiery showdown erupts over price surge claims
Fox Business
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February 13, 2026 at 07:46 PM UTC
Bullish
95% Confidence
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Key Points
- January inflation (CPI) rose less than expected (+0.2% MoM, +2.4% YoY), the lowest annual core CPI increase since March 2021.
- Cooler inflation data and a steady labor market increase expectations for potential Fed rate cuts this year.
- Energy commodity prices (fuel oil, motor fuel, gasoline) and food items (eggs, beef, coffee) have seen significant declines.
- Coinbase (COIN) shares jumped over 17% despite a 4Q revenue miss, with Bitcoin (BTC) also showing gains.
AI Summary
The video discusses the January inflation report, which showed consumer prices rising less than expected (+0.2% month-over-month, +2.4% year-over-year). This data is seen as positive for the economy, potentially leading to more Federal Reserve rate cuts. The panel also highlights a steady labor market and declining energy prices, contributing to a generally optimistic economic outlook.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bullish | 95% |
| Consensus | Bullish | 95% |