Gasoline Prices Spark Inflation Rise in September, Still Lower Than Last Year

The latest inflation data reveals that gasoline prices played a significant role in driving up inflation in September. Although prices at the pump increased from the previous month, they remained lower than they were a year ago. This mixed trend suggests that while consumers may have faced higher fuel costs in September compared to August, they are still benefiting from lower gasoline prices compared to the same period last year. The modest increase in gasoline prices contributed to the overall rise in inflation for the month, but the year-over-year decline in fuel costs continues to provide some relief to consumers.