US Inflation Surprises Markets as October Consumer Prices Rise 0.4%

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US consumer prices rose 0.4% in October, exceeding analyst expectations of 0.3%.

Increases were led primarily by housing, food, and energy expenses.

The higher-than-expected reading fuels speculation over a potential Federal Reserve interest rate rise in December.

Tariffs introduced on international trade partners continue to exert indirect pressure on consumer goods.

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