Wholesale Prices Increase Moderately in November but Underperform Expectations

Wholesale prices in the United States rose more modestly than economists had forecast in November, according to recent government data. The **Producer Price Index (PPI)** — a key measure of inflation at the wholesale level — rose by **0.2% in November**, following a **0.1% increase in October**, reflecting slower-than-anticipated price gains for goods and services before they reach consumers. Economists surveyed ahead of the report had expected a 0.3% jump, so December’s figures fell short of predictions and highlight persistent but contained inflation pressures within the supply chain. Many analysts watch the PPI because it often signals future consumer price trends. The report was delayed due to a prolonged federal government shutdown, pushing its release into January. Despite the modest month‑to‑month increase, wholesale prices are still running above year‑ago levels, indicating that inflationary pressures haven’t fully eased. Investors and policymakers, including the Federal Reserve, will closely monitor upcoming inflation releases to gauge whether price pressures are retreating enough to justify potential policy changes later in the year. #WholesalePrices #Inflation #ProducerPriceIndex #Economy #SlimScan #GrowthStocks #CANSLIM