December’s CPI report showed stable inflation, with core consumer prices rising at the slowest pace since March 2021. Overall CPI increased by 0.3% monthly and 2.7% annually, driven by higher food prices. Core CPI cooled more than expected, remaining above the Fed’s 2% target.

Used car prices saw a significant drop, benefiting online marketplaces like Cars.com and Carvana. Cars.com stock is attractively priced at $12 per share with a low forward earnings multiple of 5X, while Carvana has seen impressive growth, with its stock soaring 6,000% in the last three years.

Tyson Foods is facing challenges as meat prices rose nearly 7% YoY, with beef costs up 16%. The company is struggling with deeper losses in its beef segment due to cattle shortages and rising input costs. Tyson Foods currently holds a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) as EPS estimates for FY26 and FY27 are trending lower.

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