US inflation accelerated to 3.72% in September

Consumer price index jumped 37 basis points from August's 3.35%, marking an unexpected uptick in price pressures across the economy.

The monthly gain represents a reversal from the recent disinflationary trend, with broad-based increases across goods and services categories. This reading arrives as Federal Reserve officials weigh further policy moves heading into year-end.

September CPI: 3.72%
August CPI: 3.35%
Monthly change: +37 basis points 📈

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