Inflation Pressure Index — October 2026: 43.3

The Inflation Pressure Index remained relatively steady throughout October 2026, averaging 43.3. Early in the month, pressure moved slightly higher to reach a peak of 44 on October 3. This increase was driven by an oil shock and rising inflation tied to the war with Iran, alongside warnings from Fed officials that inflation stays too high. Tensions were somewhat offset by news that a G7 agreement to release diesel reserves could create a massive positive effect. The month concluded on a quieter note, dipping back down to its low point of 43.

Peak 44 on 2026-10-03 · low 43 on 2026-10-01 · live month, refreshes daily · ← September · Inflation Pressure Index timeline · · World Tension, same month

• Prices surged in March after oil shock set off by Iran war - ABC News Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 2026-10-02
• The Iran war is driving inflation higher — and it's not just because of oil Yahoo Finance · 2026-10-02
• Chorus of Fed officials warn inflation is still too high, signaling more work to do on interest rates Yahoo Finance · 2026-10-01
• Iran’s Economy at Breaking Point: Inflation, Falling Incomes and a Crisis That Reaches into Every Home - National Council of Resistance of Iran NCRI · 2026-10-02
• Fed's vice chair warns inflation remains high, but Fed needs time to assess rates Yahoo Finance · 2026-10-01
• Economists warned a U.S. diesel export ban could push U.K. inflation to 5% qz.com · 2026-10-02
• Economists Warn of 5% UK Inflation If US Diesel Ban Goes Ahead Bloomberg.com · 2026-10-02
• Iran’s Inflation Reaches 89.8% in September: Statistical Center IranWire · 2026-10-01

• Kevin Hassett says diesel reserve release could have ‘massive positive effect’ as G7 reaches deal