Prediction markets signal sticky inflation through 2026

Traders indicate that core inflation is unlikely to reach the 2.2 percent threshold this year. Market participants view current levels as having peaked but expect price pressures to remain persistent. Core inflation metrics continue to exclude volatile food and energy costs. The current outlook suggests that while the rate of increase may have stabilized, a return to lower targets remains improbable in the near term. Monitor upcoming core CPI releases for deviations from current market expectations.