Inflation Finally Cools — But a Government Shutdown Could Erase the Progress Overnight

Inflation Finally Cools — But a Government Shutdown Could Erase the Progress Overnight

U.S. inflation slowed to 3.2% in September, the lowest rate in over a year, signaling relief for consumers. But a looming government shutdown threatens to halt key economic data releases, leaving the Federal Reserve without the information it needs to steer the economy.