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US Inflation Rises Before Midterms

14 Oct

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Christopher RugaberToronto Star
CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP economics writerABC News (US)
Lucia MutikaniThe Independent
Mary CunninghamCBS News
Zach HalaschakWashington Examiner
Max ZahnABC News (US)
Steve KopackNBC News
BBC NewsBBC
Taylor HerzlichNew York Post
Gaya GuptaThe Guardian
Andy HirschfeldAl Jazeera

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The September consumer price index report showed that prices rose 3.7% on an annual basis.

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Gas prices jumped about 9% from August to September, a big increase that will drive much of the overall jump in inflation.

4 of 10 outletsfirst reported 14 Octwording from Toronto Star

Core inflation, which strips out volatile energy and food prices, also ticked up slightly in September.

3 of 10 outletsfirst reported 14 Octwording from The Guardian

Last month, the US central bank raised rates by 25 basis points, bringing the target range to 3.75–4.00 percent, the first hike in three years.

3 of 10 outletsfirst reported 14 Octwording from Al Jazeera

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14 Oct
The September consumer price index report showed that prices rose 3.7% on an annual basis.
6 outlets · Washington Examiner

Coverage 13 articles

14 Oct US inflation rises before midterm elections, fuelling rate hike fears
Al Jazeera
14 Oct Here is how much prices for groceries, gas, utilities, and shelter are up under Trump
Washington Examiner
14 Oct US inflation rose to 3.7% in September, figures show
The Guardian
14 Oct Inflation heats up to 3.7% in September — more than expected amid soaring energy costs
New York Post
14 Oct Inflation increased to 3.7% in last consumer price index report before midterm elections
Washington Examiner
14 Oct US inflation rises more than expected ahead of midterm elections
BBC
14 Oct Inflation jumped in September as gas and diesel prices squeezed consumers ahead of the midterms
NBC News
14 Oct Inflation climbs in September as gas prices stay high
ABC News (US)
14 Oct Inflation increased to 3.7% in last consumer price index report before midterm elections
Washington Examiner
14 Oct Inflation surged in September as U.S. energy costs jumped
CBS News

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14 Oct Trump faces fresh economic nightmare as food and gas prices soar before midterms
The Independent
14 Oct More expensive gas, semiconductors likely pushed up inflation last month
ABC News (US)
14 Oct More expensive gas, semiconductors likely pushed up inflation last month
Toronto Star

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