The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has postponed the release of the September 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) from its original date of October 15 to Friday, October 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The delay stems from the recent federal government shutdown, which disrupted normal agency operations. The move is also intended to give the Social Security Administration additional time to process inflation data and meet statutory deadlines for benefit adjustments.
The shift comes amid heightened attention to inflation metrics. This CPI reading carries added significance because it will serve as a key input in calculating the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
The following statement was provided by the BLS:
"BLS will publish the September 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. No other releases will be rescheduled or produced until the resumption of regular government services. This release allows the Social Security Administration to meet statutory deadlines necessary to ensure the accurate and timely payment of benefits."
