Inflation across the United States rose by 0.3 per cent in September 2025, following a 0.4 per cent increase in August, according to the latest findings from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Over the past 12 months, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased by 3.0 per cent before seasonal adjustment. The gasoline index surged by 4.1 per cent in September, making it the largest contributor to the overall monthly increase. 

As a result, the energy index rose by 1.5 per cent. The food index increased by 0.2 per cent, with the food at home index rising by 0.3 per cent and the food away from home index edging up 0.1 per cent. Excluding food and energy, the all-items index increased by 0.2 per cent in September, down from the 0.3 per cent rise in each of the two preceding months. 

Notable increases were observed in shelter, airline fares, recreation, household furnishings and operations, and apparel. Meanwhile, motor vehicle insurance, used cars and trucks, and communication were among the few major indexes that declined. 

Over the last 12 months, the all-items index rose by 3.0 per cent, slightly up from the 2.9 per cent increase recorded for the 12 months ending in August. The index for all items less food and energy also increased by 3.0 per cent over the past year. The energy index rose by 2.8 per cent, while the food index increased by 3.1% over the same period.