With inflation proving stickier than expected, Wall Street is once again confronting the possibility of higher interest rates for longer. This could reshape the earnings outlook for financial companies, benefiting businesses with strong deposit franchises, interest-sensitive revenue streams and substantial liquidity. The latest October Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, released on Nov. 10, 2026, showed that inflation remains persistent. The headline CPI increased 0.4% month over month, following a 0.6% rise in September. Core CPI, which excludes food and energy, increased 0.3% for the third consecutive month. Food prices advanced 0.5%, while energy prices rose 0.7% after September's sharp 5.2% increase.
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