{"id":595323,"date":"2025-04-16T20:30:50","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T20:30:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/?p=595323"},"modified":"2025-09-08T19:39:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T19:39:06","slug":"annual-inflation-rate-eases-in-march","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/16\/annual-inflation-rate-eases-in-march\/","title":{"rendered":"Annual Inflation Rate Eases in March"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Week of April 7, 2025 in Review <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While inflation came in lower than anticipated in March, this positive development was overshadowed by ongoing news about trade tariffs. Read on for these updates and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Consumer Inflation Eases in March <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wholesale Inflation Also Eases, Key Components Cool <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Homeownership Remains a Solid Investment Option <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elevated Unemployment Claims Persist <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family Hack of the Week <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to Look for This Week <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical Picture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Consumer Inflation Eases in March <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25.png\" alt=\"Consumer Price Index 4.16.25\" class=\"wp-image-595329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25.png 767w, https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25-200x132.png 200w, https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25-400x264.png 400w, https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Consumer-Price-Index-4.16.25-600x396.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inflation was cooler than expected last month, with both the headline and core Consumer Price Index (CPI) readings falling short of forecasts. Headline CPI dipped 0.1% from the prior month, while the year-over-year figure softened from 2.8% to 2.4% &#8211; a decline driven largely by a sharp drop in gasoline prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Core CPI, which excludes volatile food and energy costs, inched up 0.1% month-over-month but eased to a 2.8% annual rate, down from 3.1% previously. This marked the lowest core inflation reading since March 2021. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shelter costs remain the primary driver of ongoing inflationary pressures, accounting for 35% of the headline CPI and 44% of the core reading. While shelter costs were relatively favorable in March, this was largely due to a significant decline in lodging away from home, which coincides with reduced travel and other signs of economic slowdown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What\u2019s the bottom line?<\/strong> The cooler-than-expected inflation report would normally be welcomed news for the bond market, as lower inflation helps preserve the buying power of fixed investments like mortgage bonds. However, the March data preceded the imposition of new tariffs, which have continued to be the major market driver. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wholesale Inflation Also Eases, Key Components Cool <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Producer Price Index (PPI), a key measure of wholesale inflation, declined 0.4% from February to March, with the annual rate dropping from 3.2% to 2.7%. This was much cooler than the 3.3% reading that had been forecasted. The decline was largely due to a plunge in gasoline prices, like in the CPI report. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Excluding the more volatile food and energy sectors, the Core PPI still slipped 0.1% month over month, and the year-over year rate fell from 3.5% to 3.3% &#8211; also below expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What\u2019s the bottom line?<\/strong> This PPI data is crucial, as it impacts the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, the  Federal Reserve&#8217;s preferred inflation gauge. An analysis shows that many shared components, such as airline passenger services, portfolio management, and healthcare, were much cooler in March compared to February\u2019s PPI report. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This suggests the upcoming PCE report (set for April 30) could also indicate easing inflation. However, with the PCE report covering March data, the market reaction may be muted if ongoing trade and tariff issues remain the key focus later this month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Homeownership Remains a Solid Investment Option <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recent data shows that home prices across the nation continued their upward trajectory in February. According to Cotality (formerly CoreLogic), prices rose 0.3% during the month and 2.9% on an annual basis. ICE reported a smaller 0.11% monthly increase, with their index showing annual growth slowing to 2.7% in February from 3.4% in the previous report. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What\u2019s the bottom line?<\/strong> Cotality forecasts a 0.4% increase in home prices for March, with an estimated 4.2% annual gain over the next year. This aligns with other industry projections of approximately 4% appreciation over the next year. Such forecasts affirm that homeownership remains an effective means for Americans to build wealth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, purchasing a $500,000 home that appreciates 4% in a year would result in a $20,000 gain in home value \u2013 a solid return on the investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Elevated Unemployment Claims Persist <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weekly initial jobless claims rose slightly to 223,000, staying historically low. Continuing unemployment claims fell by 43,000 to 1.85 million, however they have remained persistently above 1.8 million since last June. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What\u2019s the bottom line?<\/strong> While new unemployment filings are low, the elevated continuing claims suggest individuals are taking longer to find new jobs. With many people exhausting their 26 weeks of benefits, the stubbornly high number of continuing claims indicates underlying weakness in the labor market and a slower overall pace of hiring. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Family Hack of the Week <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Celebrate National Brunch Month with this delectable Blueberry Coffee Cake recipe from Allrecipes. Serving 12, this indulgent treat is perfect for the occasion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9-inch Bundt pan. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large bowl, cream together 2 cups of sugar and 1 cup of softened butter until light and fluffy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beat in 2 eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 5\/8 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1\/4 teaspoon of salt. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then gently fold in 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spoon half the batter into the prepared pan. In a small bowl, mix 1\/2 cup of brown sugar, 1\/2 cup of chopped pecans, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle half of this mixture over the batter. Top with the remaining batter and sprinkle over the rest of<br>the pecan mixture. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a knife to swirl the pecan layer into the cake. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for 1 to 1 1\/4 hours, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow the cake to cool briefly on a wire rack before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust with confectioners\u2019 sugar just before serving, if desired. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to Look for This Week <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key housing reports to monitor include homebuilder confidence on Wednesday and new construction data on Thursday. Additionally, March Retail Sales numbers are scheduled for Wednesday, and the newest unemployment claims will come out on Thursday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xlarge-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Technical Picture <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Last week, Mortgage Bonds declined, closing Friday near the 100.2 support level. Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury yield rose, ending the week trading within a range bounded by the 4.588% Fibonacci level as the ceiling and the 100-day Moving Average as the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you had any questions, please feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/drewdodds.vipmtginc.com\/blog\/\">contact me! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Week of April 7, 2025 in Review While inflation came in lower than anticipated in March, this positive development was overshadowed by ongoing news about trade tariffs. 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