CPI Morning: US economic calendar today puts stocks on edge as earnings kick off
New York, January 13, 2026, 06:58 (EST) — Premarket U.S. stock index futures dipped slightly Tuesday morning as traders braced for the government’s inflation data and kicked off the first big wave of earnings reports. The consumer price index, or CPI, remains the key driver behind market bets on interest rates. It directly influences Treasury yields and shapes equity valuations, especially for growth stocks that depend on cheaper borrowing. This week kicks off with a crucial test: can company profits live up to lofty expectations? Banks and airlines lead the charge, offering investors an early glimpse into credit demand, spending