U.S. Inflation Rose 0.4% in October, More Than Expected

As higher prices seep into broader economy, Fed officials consider faster hikes

WASHINGTON (AP) — More evidence this week of hot inflation in the U.S. was unpleasant news for the Federal Reserve, not to mention consumers: Rising prices may be spreading beyond the one-time shocks from tariffs and high gas prices into…

Elevated inflation keeps pressure on Fed to raise rates

Consumer prices rose at a swift pace in October as inflationary pressures broadened across the economy, keeping pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again this year.

US consumer prices rise briskly for third straight month

US consumer prices increased more than expected in October amid higher costs for food and accommodation, cementing expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates next month.

October Inflation Runs HOT at 0.4% — American Families Squeezed as Fed Eyes December Rate Hike

The Labor Department's October CPI report shows consumer prices rose 0.4% on the month, outpacing economists' forecasts and piling more pressure on households already battered by years of elevated costs.

US Consumer Prices Rise 0.4% in October

US consumer prices rose 0.4% in October 2026, above the 0.3% forecast, as energy gained 0.7% and core prices rose 0.3%; no yearly rate was published.

Inflation runs hotter than expected as prices rise beyond gasoline

WASHINGTON — U.S. inflation was higher than expected last month as the rising prices that powered sweeping Democratic victories in last week’s midterm elections appear likely to pose ongoing challenges for the White House and the Federal Reserve.