Why Did Eurozone Inflation Rise To 3.8% In September

Eurozone inflation accelerated sharply to 3.8% in September, reaching its highest level since September 2023 and exceeding market expectations, according to the latest data cited in the report.

The annual rate rose from 3.2% in August and surpassed the 3.6% forecast. It is also well above the European Central Bank’s 2% target. Core inflation, which excludes volatile components, stood at 2.5%, matching expectations.

Analyst Harry Woolman of Validus Risk Management said the latest figures suggest inflation pressures may extend beyond energy costs. He said the October 29 ECB meeting will be closely watched.

Markets had recently reduced expectations for consecutive interest rate increases after ECB President Christine Lagarde indicated that higher bond yields were already tightening financial conditions.

The latest inflation reading could make further policy action more difficult to avoid.

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