Retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose to a 19-month high of 4.45% in July 2026 as food and fuel prices climbed. Food, restaurant and accommodation services, and transport became costlier during the month, while services such as healthcare, recreation, sports and culture saw inflation cool marginally, reflecting renewed price pressure.
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A 19-month-high CPI print with the exact rate is a standard economy data question.
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- CPI retail inflation: 4.45% (July 2026) — 19-month high
- Drivers up: food, fuel, transport, restaurant/accommodation
- Cooling: healthcare, recreation, sports, culture
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