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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eric Garcia

Inflation jumps 3 percent in September as Trump defends his new tariff war with Canada

Inflation ticked up 0.3 percent for the month and 3 percent over the past 12 months as President Donald Trump defended his tariffs against Canada.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday released the Consumer Price Index report that tracks inflation. The report had been delayed due to the government shutdown that began this month. The shutdown has also delayed the monthly jobs report that shows how many jobs were added or lost during September.

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