# High gasoline prices expected to lift US consumer inflation in September

https://mins.news/en/item/99179

- Reuters, 2026-10-14 06:00 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/high-gasoline-prices-expected-boost-us-consumer-inflation-september-2026-10-14/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6acf1a7e490a5e0001254ba4

> Rising gasoline and food costs are expected to drive a sharp increase in US consumer prices in September, adding to unfavorable developments for President Donald Trump and his Republican Party ahead of the crucial November 3 midterm elections.

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