News · FX & macro · BBC Business · Wed, Oct 14, 2026 1:00 PM
US inflation hits 3.7% in September, fuel costs lift dollar
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U.S. consumer price index rises to 3.7% year-on-year in September, largely driven by higher motor fuel prices.
Inflation data ahead of midterms
U.S. inflation rose to 3.7% year‑on‑year in September, exceeding market expectations.
The increase was largely driven by higher motor fuel costs, which pushed the overall price index upward.
The data were released ahead of the mid‑term elections, adding a new variable for traders assessing future Fed policy and market direction.
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Market impact
Higher-than-expected U.S. inflation may prompt traders to re-evaluate expectations for Fed tightening, potentially impacting dollar strength and bond yields. The data may also influence commodity prices, especially oil, as fuel costs were a key driver.
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