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What is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?

What is the Consumer Price Index(CPI)? The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the change in prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. It is one of the most widely followed economic indicators, and it is used by investors to gauge inflation and make investment decisions. How is the CPI calculated? The CPI is calculated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The BLS surveys households across the United States to collect data on the prices they pay for goods and services. This data is then used to create a "basket" of goods and services that represents the spending habits of the average American household. The BLS calculates the CPI by comparing the prices in the basket of goods and services in a given month to the prices in the same basket of goods and services in a base year. The base year is usually 2000. How does the CPI affect investing? The CPI is an important indicator of inflation. When the CPI rises, it means that the cost of living is incre...
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Hong Kong Tech Surge, Regional Divergence: Unpacking Asia's Capital Flows

Photo by Quan Jing on Unsplash 📅 August 21, 2026 · 03:38 AM EDT  |  Wall Street Daily Briefing Hong Kong Market Overview Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index closed up by 1.06% at 25969.62 today, primarily driven by a robust performance in the technology sector. This positive momentum for the HSI indicates a resilient risk appetite among investors, despite broader regional mixed signals, as capital flowed into key innovation plays. The Hang Seng Index posted a solid gain, defying some regional headwinds to settle at 25969.62. The Hang Seng Tech Index was a standout performer, surging +3.34% , underscoring investor confidence in the sector's long-term growth trajectory. Trading volume, while not explicitly provided, often tracks with such significant moves, suggesting active participation. Market breadth appeared constructive, with key advancers outweighing decliners, especially within the tech and consumer segments. This uptick comes amids...
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