The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported October 14 that U.S. consumer prices rose 0.6% in September and 3.7% over 12 months, up from 3.4% annual inflation in August. Gasoline prices jumped 9.1% during September, accounting for more than half of the monthly increase in the overall index; the broader energy index rose 5.2%. Shelter costs increased 0.4% and food prices were essentially unchanged overall. The numbers show why an inflation report can feel more severe to households that drive frequently than to those with different spending patterns. They also raise questions for borrowers and retailers about whether higher energy costs will continue spreading into other prices. This is a report on September prices, not a prediction of October fuel costs.