US sees five-month price increase
The inflation rate in the United States rose in September, registering a 3.7% increase year-over-year, exceeding expectations. The price hikes were concentrated mainly in the energy sector, commodities, and services, with gasoline prices jumping by 9.1% during the same month. These changes have led to a broadening of inflationary pressures, surpassing the energy sector, which has heightened economic concerns about the difficulty of reducing inflation. Data also indicate that fuel costs increased significantly, reflecting the impact of energy shocks related to the Iran conflict, along with expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates at its upcoming meeting. These increases represent the largest over five months, with monthly costs rising by 0.6% between August and September, further intensifying inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy.
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