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Inflation rises again as energy costs push CPI up ahead of Fed's key September meeting

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12 Sep 2026
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Inflation rises again as energy costs push CPI up ahead of Fed's key September meeting

Inflation is accelerating again, driven mainly by rising energy costs, which has pushed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) higher. This increase comes at a critical time as the Federal Reserve prepares for its important policy decision in September. The European Central Bank's recent interest rate hike adds further pressure on the Fed's decision. The article discusses the challenges the Fed faces in balancing rate hikes with economic stability and shares the author's investment strategy in response to these developments.

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Nike COO Alagirisamy Venkatesh sells 3,671 shares, signaling insider stock activity.

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Ripple to unlock 1 billion XRP from escrow on Oct 1, continuing its monthly release schedule.

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Cardano's Hoskinson warns AI may misuse unpublished work, urges private AI for better privacy.

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Revolut accidentally leaked sensitive customer data after falling for a fake government request.

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