Dominican Republic consumer inflation climbs to 5.67% in June 2026

The Dominican Republic’s consumer price index rose 5.67% year‑on‑year in June 2026, surpassing the central bank’s target range of 4.0% ± 1.0%. The monthly CPI increase of 0.51% was driven largely by higher costs in transport, food and non‑alcoholic beverages, diverse goods and services, and restaurant‑hotel expenses, together accounting for about 90% of the rise. Prices for gasoline, chicken, and other staple foods saw notable gains, while some items such as lemons and tomatoes fell. The inflation pressure extends to households’ monetary holdings: cash and deposit balances grew 12% year‑on‑year, while broader monetary aggregates (M2, M3) also expanded, reflecting increased liquidity in the economy.

These developments underscore continued cost‑of‑living pressures on Dominican families, prompting the central bank to monitor inflation dynamics closely.