# Core CPI Is Forecast to Slow to 0.2% in September

By Riza Dagoc

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Published: 2026-10-14T09:24:36.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-14T09:24:36.000Z
Section: Regulation

> The expected increase is down from 0.3%. The September consumer price index report is due today.

U.S. core inflation is forecast to ease in September, with the consumer price index report due today and the expected monthly increase down from 0.3% to 0.2%.

Core CPI, which excludes food and energy, is the figure highlighted in the forecast ahead of the report.