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Costa Rican economic inflation and fuel price increases

Overview

Costa Rica is experiencing shifts in its macroeconomic landscape throughout 2026. In September, the country ended a 16-month period of deflation as the Consumer Price Index recorded a year-over-year increase of 0.34%, marking the highest inflationary reading in over a year.

This inflationary trend is compounded by significant increases in fuel costs. Diesel prices, essential for public transportation and cargo, are projected to rise from approximately ¢27,450 for a 50-liter tank in January to ¢40,800 by November. These rising energy costs are expected to create a domino effect, increasing the price of basic products and services nationwide.

Entities

Comisión Nacional de Energía · Secretaría de Energía · Bufete de Costa Rica · Costa Rica · Procuraduría Federal del Consumidor

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Costa Rica fuel prices rise sharply in 2026

    Costa Rica faces rising living costs as fuel prices surge, with diesel costs projected to increase significantly by November 2026, impacting transportation and basic goods.

  2. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Costa Rica inflation turns positive, ending 16-month deflationary streak

    Costa Rica's inflation turned positive in September 2026 with a 0.34% year-over-year increase, ending a 16-month deflationary streak.

Sources

diario.mx · diarioextra.com · eldiariodechihuahua.mx · lateja.cr · primiciahonduras.hn · revistamyt.com · ticosland.com · ticoslandia.com · uruguayaldia.com.uy