Wall Street Falls February 12, 2025, as Dow Jones Approaches 44,000 Amid Over One-Week Low in U.S. Inflation Data

Wall Street experienced a decline on February 12, 2025, as major stock indexes fell to their lowest levels in over a week. This downturn was prompted by data indicating that consumer prices in the U.S. rose more than anticipated in January, diminishing expectations for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates in the near future. The Dow Jones Industrial Average approached the 44,000-point mark, reflecting the broader market's reaction to the inflation figures, which have raised concerns about the Fed's monetary policy direction.