EconomyUS consumer inflation hotter than expected as midterms loom
US consumer inflation exceeded expectations in September, government data showed Wednesday. Washington’s continuing war with Tehran has driven up energy costs, adding to pressure on households and voter concerns about the cost of living. Donald Trump is campaigning in US states to help Republicans retain control of Congress in next month’s midterms.
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US consumer inflation hotter than expected as midterms loom
Economy