数据“黑洞”中的一线曙光！CPI数据即将公布，但不是“好消息”？

Core Insights - The U.S. government shutdown has led to a significant delay in the release of economic reports, creating uncertainty in the economic outlook [1] - The upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for September is expected to show a rise in inflation, with projections indicating an increase from 2.9% to 3.1% [2][3] - The cumulative effects of high inflation over the past five years have significantly impacted consumers, particularly in food prices, which have risen by 24% from 2020 to 2024 [2][3] Inflation Trends - Economists anticipate a 0.4% increase in prices for common goods and services in September, marking the fastest annual inflation rate in over a year [2] - The rise in prices is attributed to various factors, including increases in gasoline, food, and tariffs on goods, as well as slower-than-expected declines in housing-related inflation [2][3] Consumer Impact - The rising costs of food and utilities are major pain points for many Americans, particularly affecting middle and low-income households [4] - The K-shaped economic recovery is evident, with high-income individuals benefiting from rising stock markets and wages, while low-income households face a starkly different reality [4]