In September 2025, Australia's Consumer Price Index (CPI) saw an increase, climbing to 3.5% as compared to the same month last year, according to data updated on October 29, 2025. This represents a significant rise from the previous month of August 2025, where the CPI stood at 3.0%.
The year-over-year increase indicates that inflationary pressures are mounting in the Australian economy. The rise to 3.5% in September suggests that the cost of goods and services in the country has accelerated, reflecting potential challenges for both policymakers and consumers.
With inflation on the uptick, economic analysts will likely focus on the underlying factors contributing to this increase, such as supply chain disruptions or increased consumer demand. As Australia heads towards the end of the year, all eyes will be on how the Reserve Bank of Australia responds to these changing inflation dynamics in the forthcoming monetary policy sessions.
