July core inflation data comes in hotter than expected, Trump nominates a new BLS commissioner

Morning Brief anchor Julie Hyman breaks down the latest market trends and inflation data for August 12, 2025. July core CPI data, which strips out the more volatile food and energy prices, rose more than expected on an annual basis. Our panel breaks down the numbers, what drove the increase, and what it means for the Fed and interest rate cuts. President Trump has nominated E.J. Antoni to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics. We examine the pick, the data collection process, and what Antoni's nomination coul ...