Spain inflation rises to 4.9% in September

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Inflation in Spain accelerated to 4.9% in September, marking its highest level since early 2023. The increase was primarily driven by rising costs for fuels and fresh food, signaling an end to the disinflationary trend seen during the summer.

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) reached 5%, while core inflation rose to 3.1%, exceeding the European Central Bank's targets. This upward trend has placed renewed pressure on monetary policy decisions regarding interest rates and economic growth.

In response to the rising cost of living, the Spanish government has moved to extend fiscal aid packages for fuel, gas, and electricity. The economic shift comes amid broader regional concerns regarding energy costs and the impact of geopolitical tensions on supply chains.

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Bloomberg · European Central Bank · Eurostat · Instituto Nacional de Estadística · Spain

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The monthly consumer price index increased by 0.3%. www.sbctv.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Analysts had expected inflation to rise to 4.9% according to Bloomberg. www.capital.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Inflation in Spain reached its highest level since February 2023. www.capital.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Core inflation rose to 3.1%. www.sbctv.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] Spain's inflation rose to 4.9% in September. www.cope.es · www.granadahoy.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Fuel and fresh food prices drove the inflation increase. www.cope.es
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Spanish government is extending fiscal aid for fuel, gas, and electricity. www.cope.es
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) reached 5%. www.sbctv.gr