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Inflation Spike Triggers 3.6% Social Security Boost

September inflation rose 3.7% annually, driven by higher gasoline and heating oil prices. Core inflation hit 2.6%. Social Security benefits will increase 3.6% next year, while wages rose only 3%, eroding buying power.