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US Bureau of Labor Statistics Collected September CPI Data Before Funding Pause

The agency confirmed that consumer price data for September were compiled prior to the recent funding suspension, ensuring the accuracy of inflation figures.

Summary

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed that it collected September Consumer Price Index (CPI) data before the recent government funding pause. This clarification ensures that the inflation report accurately reflects data gathered before the disruption in government activities.

Terms & Concepts
  • CPI (Consumer Price Index): A measure that examines the average change in prices paid by consumers for goods and services over time, used to assess inflation.
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): A U.S. government agency that collects and analyzes essential economic data such as employment, inflation, and productivity.
  • Funding Pause: A temporary suspension of government funding, which can impact the operations and data collection activities of federal agencies.