# Inflation Holds as Energy Costs Surge | Detroit News

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Podcast: [Detroit News Today  | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/detroit-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476185)
Published: 2026-09-11T17:05:12+00:00
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Inflation held steady at 3.4% in August, slightly higher than expected thanks to surging gas prices—diesel hit a record $6 a gallon, pushing up costs for trucking and rail, while regular gas averaged $4.30. With the Fed’s next meeting looming, this energy-driven inflation spike is their top concern as they weigh rate decisions amid tightening global oil supplies and no easy fix in sight. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/590970c0ec23d0b7

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