Wholesale prices rise slightly in August, as the Federal Reserve weighs rate increase

Wholesale prices rose 0.4% in August, the government said Thursday in a key inflation report that aligned with expectations.

Wholesale prices rise slightly in August, as the Federal Reserve weighs rate increase

TL;DR

  • Wholesale prices increased by 0.4% in August.
  • This rise aligned with government expectations.
  • The report is a key indicator for inflation.
  • The Federal Reserve is considering interest rate increases.