BLS to Include October PPI Data in November PPI Release

Core Insights - The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will not release the October 2025 Producer Price Index (PPI) due to delays caused by a government shutdown [1][2] - The October data will be published alongside the November 2025 PPI release, scheduled for January 14, 2026 [2] - The delay in PPI data affects the Federal Reserve's understanding of inflation, as they will only have September data available for their upcoming meeting [3][4] Economic Impact - The government shutdown has created an unprecedented gap in economic data, affecting key indicators such as the Consumer Price Index and non-farm payroll figures [5] - The lack of October employment and inflation data complicates the assessment of the economy's health and the trajectory of inflation and wage growth, which are critical for guiding monetary policy [6] - The BLS has also canceled the release of other economic data, including the September Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) and the October Employment Situation [7]