U.S. inflation edges up as gasoline prices rebound
U.S. inflation rose slightly in September 2025, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) up 3.0 percent year-on-year, compared to 2.9 percent in August. The monthly increase of 0.3 percent was mainly driven by higher gasoline prices, while food and shelter costs declined. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, stayed at 3.0 percent. Food prices eased, and shelter costs rose only slightly — the smallest gain since 2021. Overall, inflation is easing but remains above the F
