Friday's inflation report could help Fed decide whether to raise interest rates

NPR | By Scott Horsley,

Michel Martin

Published September 11, 2026 at 4:46 AM EDT

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The spotlight on Friday's inflation report is even brighter than usual. The cost-of-living update will be a key factor in whether the Federal Reserve decides to raise interest rates next week.

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Scott Horsley

Scott Horsley is NPR's Chief Economics Correspondent.

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Michel Martin

Michel Martin is a host of Morning Edition.

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