Wholesale prices in the United States remained stable last month, signaling a decline in inflation pressures. The producer price index held steady from August to September, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 1.8%, a slight decrease from the previous month. Excluding food and energy, core wholesale prices increased by 0.2% from August and saw a 2.8% rise from the previous year. The rise in service prices countered a decline in goods prices. Consumer prices also increased by 2.4% in September, the smallest annual rise since February 2021, approaching the Federal Reserve's 2% target. Many Americans report dissatisfaction with current consumer prices, which are still elevated compared to pre-inflation levels in 2021. Inflation trends may influence political perceptions, as Vice President Kamala Harris's approval ratings improve in economic management against former President Donald Trump. The producer price index acts as an early indicator of potential consumer inflation and aligns with the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure. Inflation rose beginning in 2021 due to pandemic recovery, leading to shortages in goods and labor. The Federal Reserve implemented 11 interest rate hikes between 2022 and 2023 to combat inflation, achieving a 23-year high. The economy continued its expansion and maintained strong employment rates despite these increased rates. Recently, the Fed reduced its benchmark interest rate for the first time since March 2020, with further cuts expected in 2023 and additional ones in 2025.
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