Inflation was hotter than expected in September, rising to 3.7%
Economists predicted that inflation would rise in September as energy costs increased. The government's inflation report released Wednesday showed prices rose even faster than predicted, reaching 3.7 percent annually. The increase extended beyond just energy prices to other areas. This higher-than-expected inflation means price pressures are broad across the economy.
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5 viewpointsInflation got worse in September as consumers struggle with high prices ahead of the midterms
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5 viewpointsInflation runs hotter than expected at 3.7% in September, the last CPI report before the midterms
Inflation heats up to 3.7% in September — more than expected amid soaring energy costs
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3 developments- Oct 13Economists expect September CPI report to show accelerating inflation as energy costs surge
- Oct 14Rising Gasoline Prices Fuel Fresh Inflation Fears in the U.S.
- Oct 14Inflation rose to 3.7 percent in September: BLS
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