when will cpi be released

The next US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, covering February 2026 data , is scheduled for release today, March 11, 2026, at 8:30 AM Eastern Time —that's roughly 1 PM UTC, just ahead of current time (3:38 PM UTC).

Release Details

This timing aligns with the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) standard schedule, typically mid-month for the prior month's data, released at 8:30 AM ET.

Key context : As of March 2026, markets watch CPI closely for inflation trends amid President Trump's economic policies post-2025 inauguration.

Australia's CPI (Feb 2026) follows soon after on March 25.

Quick Timeline

Month| Release Date| Time (ET)
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Feb 2026| Mar 11, 2026| 8:30 AM 7
Mar 2026| Apr 10, 2026| 8:30 AM 3
Apr 2026| May 12, 2026| 8:30 AM 7

Why It Matters Now

CPI drives Fed rate expectations; today's drop could signal cooling inflation, boosting stocks. Past releases (e.g., rescheduled Jan/Feb 2026) show BLS flexibility for data quality. Forums buzz with trader prep—check BLS.gov live post-release.

TL;DR : US CPI (Feb) out today at 8:30 AM ET—already past, data live now.

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