Third-quarter U.S. GDP increases a better-than-expected 3.4% as September inflation accelerates

The personal consumption expenditures price index was projected to increase 0. 5% in September for an annual rate of 3. 7%, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

Source: [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/29/pce-inflation-report-september-2026-.html)