Pre-market futures are up at this hour, jetting into the green even ahead of this morning’s major economic report. Indexes are trying to climb into positive territory over the past week of trading.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index climbed 3.4% in December from year-ago levels—an increase from November’s 3.1% rate, but well below the January 2023 peak of 6.4%.

Before we know it, it’s December, the 12th month. However, it is said that “December” was not originally the 12th month. The Western calendar originated in ancient Rome. The name December comes from ...