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Valentine's Day Spending High, But Inflation Cools

Inflation in the United States cooled in January, reaching its lowest level in nine months, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Consumer Price Index rose by 2.4% over the 12 months to January, a decrease from 2.7% the previous month and the slowest pace since May, as reported by the Labor Department (Source 5, 2). This easing of inflation comes as consumers prepare for Valentine's Day, with spending expected to reach an all-time high.

The average consumer is anticipated to spend approximately $200 on Valentine's Day, surpassing the $188.81 spent last year, according to the National Retail Federation (Source 1). This increase comes despite the cooling of inflation, with prices for many Valentine's Day staples remaining elevated. Since 2021, prices across related gift categories have seen double-digit inflation, with chocolate costs surging more than 70%, according to federal economic data (Source 1). A recent LendingTree report indicated that prices for 32 popular Valentine's Day chocolate products rose from last year, a sign that elevated inflation continues to affect consumers (Source 1).

The January inflation report, which showed the lowest level since May, defied expectations of a tariff-induced hike in overall costs (Source 2). The cooling of inflation could add fuel to arguments that the central bank is in a position to cut interest rates without stoking a new flare-up in prices (Source 5). However, some analysts have warned that further progress toward the Federal Reserve's 2% target could stall in the months ahead (Source 5).

While the overall inflation rate has decreased, affordability remains a concern for many Americans (Source 2). The drop in inflation was influenced by falling prices for energy and used cars (Source 5). White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt touted the inflation report (Source 2).

In other news, a popular AI coding platform called Orchids was found to have significant cybersecurity risks, allowing a BBC reporter's laptop to be hacked (Source 4). The platform, which allows users to build apps and games using text prompts, highlights the risks of allowing AI bots deep access to computers (Source 4).

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