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Consumer prices rise in August, core inflation higher than expected

Updated 2026-09-11 12:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The U.S. consumer price index increased by 0.4% in August, as anticipated. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, was slightly higher than predicted.

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The all-items consumer price index was expected to rise 0.4% in August, with core, excluding food and energy, showing a 0.2% gain, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
2026-09-11 12:35 UTC
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