Spain’s September CPI Climbs to 5.0%, Up from 4.9% in August

Spain’s consumer price index rose to 5.0% year‑on‑year in September, according to data released by the National Institute of Statistics (INE). The increase represents a modest uptick from the 4.9% rise recorded in August and reflects higher energy costs, particularly gasoline and heating fuel. The uptick has prompted analysts to watch for potential adjustments in the European Central Bank’s policy stance.

In related market moves, global commodities were on the rise: gold traded at $4,144.89 per ounce, silver at $58.73, WTI crude at $94.59, Brent crude at $106.30, copper at $6.7363, aluminum at $3,035.00 and natural gas at $3.315 per MMBtu.