Consumer Price Index Data and Inflation News
Malaysia's inflation eases to 1.8% in September, below expectations
Malaysia's consumer inflation eased slightly in September as slower increases in housing and utility costs offset stronger transportation price pressures. The reading also came in below market ...
U.S. producer prices post biggest monthly gain in 4-1/2 years as inflation pressures broaden
September wholesale inflation accelerates sharply in the U.S., adding to signs that price pressures are spreading beyond energy and into a wider range of goods and services. The jump in producer ...
U.S. Treasury yields decline as investors await fresh economic data
Bond markets are adjusting to a stronger-than-expected September inflation reading as traders look ahead to another round of U.S. economic indicators. The move comes two weeks before the Federal ...
U.S. transportation CPI rises in September as gasoline drives inflation
Consumer transportation costs in the U.S. increase sharply over the 12 months to September 2026, adding significantly to overall inflation. Gasoline accounts for the largest share of that rise, ...
Senate Banking Committee minority cites September CPI in criticism of Trump-era cost increases
Fresh U.S. consumer price data for September is fueling political scrutiny of household costs and wage pressure. Senator Elizabeth Warren says higher gas and housing prices, along with firmer core ...
Philippine peso weakens toward record low ahead of U.S. inflation data
The Philippine peso extends its decline against the dollar on Wednesday, moving closer to its record low as investors brace for faster U.S. consumer inflation and monitor renewed tensions in the ...
U.S. submarine industry faces calls for overhaul as China rivalry strains output
Rising strategic pressure in the Indo-Pacific is sharpening focus on the U.S. naval industrial base, where nuclear-powered submarines remain central to Washington's maritime edge over China. That ...
RBI to conduct ₹1.5 lakh crore overnight VRRR auction on October 13
The Reserve Bank of India will conduct an overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on October 13, 2026, after reviewing current and evolving liquidity conditions. The operation, worth ...
Philippines defense spending push gains urgency despite France military pact
Manila's expanding defense ties with France are reinforcing its international security partnerships as pressure persists in disputed waters of the South China Sea. Security analysts say the added ...
UK household energy cap forecast to rise on higher gas prices
British households are facing a sharp increase in regulated energy costs at the start of next year as higher gas prices feed into the market. The latest forecast points to the biggest quarterly ...
Philippines fare hikes add inflation pressure to transport sector
Public transport fare increases in the Philippines are expected to push up consumer prices as commuting costs rise across jeepneys, buses, taxis and ride services. Economists say the effect ...
UK home renovation costs reshape demand as builders face margin pressure
Homeowners across the UK are scaling back renovation plans as the cost of refurbishment, redecoration and building work rises far faster than general inflation. The shift is changing the type of ...
British Columbia caps 2027 rent increase at 2.2% as inflation-linked housing rule continues
British Columbia is lowering the maximum allowable annual rent increase to 2.2% for 2027, extending its policy of tying rent adjustments to inflation. The new cap takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027, and ...
How inflation, jobs data and consumer confidence shift Wall Street expectations
Inflation and employment reports are among the economic releases most capable of moving Wall Street, while consumer confidence provides an additional signal about household demand. For ...
U.S. food inflation keeps pressure on grocery and restaurant spending
Persistent food price increases are continuing to strain U.S. consumers as grocery and restaurant costs remain above earlier norms. Recent swings in produce and staple prices are reinforcing ...
U.S. food inflation keeps pressure on grocery and restaurant spending
Persistent food inflation continues to strain U.S. households as supermarket and restaurant prices remain above earlier norms. Recent price swings in produce and staples are reinforcing consumer ...
Social Security COLA outlook eases for 2027 as inflation moderates
Fresh inflation data points to a smaller increase in Social Security benefits in 2027 than earlier estimates suggested. Preliminary forecasts now place the cost-of-living adjustment at 3.4% to ...
Kalshi inflation bets point to softer July CPI reading
Markets are focusing on Wednesday's U.S. consumer price index report as investors assess whether inflation continues to ease ahead of the Federal Reserve's September meeting. Prediction market ...
U.S. transportation CPI rises in June 2026 as gasoline drives inflation
Consumer transportation costs in the U.S. continue to outpace overall inflation in June 2026, reflecting a sharp rise in fuel prices and higher travel-related expenses. Transportation prices ...
Ways and Means Committee highlights tax-cut push after June inflation report
June inflation data is prompting renewed debate in Washington over whether easing price pressures are translating into better household finances. The statement ties the latest CPI release to ...
U.S. consumer inflation slows in June as CPI posts steepest monthly decline in six years
Fresh June inflation data from Washington points to a sharp monthly pullback in consumer prices even as annual inflation remains elevated. The update also shows regional price pressures persist ...
