# US import prices rise more than expected in September

https://mins.news/en/item/103166

- Reuters, 2026-10-16 13:40 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/us-import-prices-increase-more-than-expected-september-2026-10-16/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ad2293f81b9480001ba5731

> US import prices climbed more than expected in September, driven by higher costs for energy products and a range of other goods. With the Middle East conflict continuing, the increase adds to evidence of mounting inflation pressures.

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