https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ppi-data-shows-wholesale-prices-advancing-in-line-with-expectationsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ppi-data-shows-wholesale-prices-advancing-in-line-with-expectationshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ppi-data-shows-wholesale-prices-advancing-in-line-with-expectations#u64977Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:22:09 +0000US wholesale prices increased by 0.4% in August, matching economists' expectations. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the producer price index climbed 5.4% annually, driven largely by climbing energy costs and a surge in diesel fuel prices. While general wholesale inflation advanced in line with forecasts, the persistent rise in energy expenses highlights ongoing stubborn inflation trends across the economy. Energy and diesel prices played a central role in pushing the headline numbers higher last month, keeping cost pressures alive for producers.Why it mattersWholesale price d