China Inflation Rate Slightly Below Estimates

China's annual inflation rate edged up to 0.9% in September 2026 from 0.8% in August, slightly below market expectations of 1%. It marked the highest reading since June, as non-food inflation accelerated (1.5% vs 1.2% in August), driven by a sharper rise in transport costs (4.3% vs 2.5%) amid higher fuel prices and stronger travel ...