US inflation pressures stubborn as fuel prices rise- QHN

The figures underscore the challenges facing officials trying to stabilise prices, which soared last year at the fastest pace in decades.

The inflation rate has dropped significantly from its peak last year.

The inflation rate has dropped significantly from its peak last year.

The bank has already raised its benchmark interest rate to the highest level in 22 years in an effort to contain price rises.

It is due to meet later this month to consider whether further increases will be necessary.

Wednesday’s report showed fuel prices were the main driver of the uptick in inflation from July to August.

Stripping out food and fuel, where price swings are common, prices still rose by 0.3%, more than expected.

The inflation rate has dropped significantly from its peak last year.

The figures underscore the challenges facing officials trying to stabilise prices, which soared last year at the fastest pace in decades.

The bank has already raised its benchmark interest rate to the highest level in 22 years in an effort to contain price rises.

The inflation rate has dropped significantly from its peak last year.

The inflation rate has dropped significantly from its peak last year.

The bank has already raised its benchmark interest rate to the highest level in 22 years in an effort to contain price rises.

It is due to meet later this month to consider whether further increases will be necessary.

Wednesday’s report showed fuel prices were the main driver of the uptick in inflation from July to August.

Stripping out food and fuel, where price swings are common, prices still rose by 0.3%, more than expected.

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