US inflation trending lower; consumer spending strong in December

US prices rose marginally in December, keeping inflation below 3% for a third straight month. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates this year, although the timing is uncertain. Consumer spending surged at the end of 2023, leading to expectations of a rate cut. Financial markets have lowered the odds of a March rate cut, indicating the economy's resilience. The central bank is likely to keep its policy rate unchanged next week.
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