Preliminary data released by the General Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that consumer prices in September 2025 increased by an average of 0.8% compared to August. On an annual basis, inflation reached 10.7%, marking a slight uptick from the 10.5% recorded in August. The ABS highlighted significant price hikes in housing and utilities (+1.6%), meat and meat products (+1.0%), and butter, oils, and fats (+1.0%). However, a notable 6.6% drop in the prices of vegetables and fruits helped temper the overall monthly inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose from 905.9 in August to 913.1 in September 2025, while the fuel index climbed from 999.3 to 1,013.7, indicating higher transportation and energy costs. These figures underscore the persistent inflationary pressures affecting households and businesses alike.