https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inflation-accelerated-in-september-fed-s-preferred-measure-showsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inflation-accelerated-in-september-fed-s-preferred-measure-showshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inflation-accelerated-in-september-fed-s-preferred-measure-shows#u167483Sun, 01 Nov 2026 09:52:25 +0000Consumer price inflation accelerated in September, driven by higher costs for gasoline and other goods, while consumer spending increased alongside stronger economic growth. The latest data for the Personal Consumption Expenditures index, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, ticked prices higher and supported expectations that the central bank could raise interest rates by the end of the year. The economic snapshot arrives just days ahead of midterm elections, highlighting competing pressures on households as robust economic activity accompanies rising price growth.Why it matt