Core CPI Climbs 0.3% in August, Outpacing Forecasts and 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 increase, surpassing analysts' expectations and adding fresh momentum to the ongoing debate about the Federal Reserve’s next policy move. This modest‑looking rise may seem small in isolation, but its implications are far‑reaching, especially given the heightened scrutiny …
Sept. 11, 2026, 12:32 p.m.