August Core CPI Accelerates 0.3% Beyond Expectations, Raising Prospects of a Fed Rate Increase
In August, the core Consumer Price Index (CPI) — which excludes the volatile food and energy components — posted a 0.3 percent month‑over‑month increase, outpacing the consensus forecast of a modest 0.2 percent rise. This unexpected uptick has reignited discussions among economists, investors, and policymakers about the trajectory of U.S. inflation and the likelihood of additional monetary tighte…
Sept. 11, 2026, 12:32 p.m.