Inflation Soars on Fuel and Flights | Ireland News

Inflation just hit a five-month high at 3.1%, fueled by soaring gas and airfare prices — a blow to household budgets as energy bills are set to climb another 4% in October. Economists warn rates may rise too, with inflation potentially peaking at 4% early 2027 before easing. The Chancellor blames global turmoil, including the Middle East war, for driving up everything from groceries to petrol — where diesel jumped even more than petrol — while food costs remain stable for now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.irishnews.com/news/uk/inflation-jumps-to-five-month-high-as-cost-of-living-pressures-mount-MRKTBOYOOFIHLK47BNY7CNIYSY/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f5a7326619a270f6 Report issues to [email protected].