US February PCE Price Index YoY Released: Inflation Data in Focus

The US Department of Commerce released the February Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index year-over-year data at 21:30 on February 20, 2026.The PCE Price Index is a key indicator of consumer inflation in the United States. Compiled by the Bureau of Economic Analysis under the US Department of Commerce, it has been officially adopted by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) since 2002 as the primary reference for assessing inflation.The previous reading for this index was 2.9%. The index measures inflation trends by tracking changes in household spending on durable goods (such as automobiles and furniture), nondurable goods (such as food, clothing, and energy), and various services (including housing, healthcare, transportation, and entertainment).In terms of market impact, a reading above expectations is generally positive for the US dollar.As a level-2 economic indicator, the PCE Price Index is released monthly on a regular schedule. The next release is set for 20:30 on July 30, 2026.

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