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U.S. Inflation Hits 3% Amid Rising Energy Costs

10/26/2025

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The U.S. inflation rate rose to 3% in September, driven by higher gasoline and energy prices.
The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% monthly, marking the highest inflation since January, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The report, delayed by the government shutdown, showed core inflation at 3%, down from 3.1% in August.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the report as "good news for American families."

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Story summary

The U.S. inflation rate rose to 3% in September, driven by higher gasoline and energy prices.
The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% monthly, marking the highest inflation since January, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The report, delayed by the government shutdown, showed core inflation at 3%, down from 3.1% in August.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the report as "good news for American families."