US inflation edges up 0.4% in October as gas prices fall

The Guardian reported that U.S. inflation rose 0.4 percent from September to October, marking a slowdown in price gains as gasoline costs dropped during the month. The Bureau of Labor Statistics did not publish the usual year‑over‑year inflation figure in the consumer price index because data were not collected in October 2025 amid a government shutdown. The report linked the timing of the data release to recent Republican midterm losses, which many observers interpreted as a rebuke of the party over high prices. Analysts noted that the modest month‑to‑month increase suggests price pressures are easing, even as the broader political backdrop may influence public perception of economic management.

Why it matters

The modest rise and cooling of inflation indicate easing price pressures, while the missing year‑over‑year data highlights the impact of the government shutdown on economic reporting.

Key details

Location

United States · Americas

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

10 Nov 2026, 19:06 IST

Key names

Republicans’, Bureau of Labor Statistics, CPI

Section

Business

Sources

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• The GuardianUS inflation rose 0.4% in October as price increases cooled and gas costs dipped 10 Nov, 19:06

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