Inflation and consumer price indices in February 2023

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Inflation and consumer price indices in February 2023

15.03.2023 11:00:00

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Inflation and consumer price indices in February 2023

In February 2023, the monthly inflation rate, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), was 0.8% compared to the previous month, and the annual inflation rate in February 2023 compared to February 2022 was 16.0%.

In February 2023, compared to the previous month, the highest price increase was registered for Food and non-alcoholic beverages (+2.4%), Communications (+1.9%), Restaurants and hotels (+1.1%), Recreation and culture (1.1%) and Health (+1.0%). The largest decrease was recorded in the prices for Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels (-1.2%), Clothing and footwear (-1.2%) and Transport (-0.4%).

In February 2023, the monthly inflation rate, measured by the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), was 0.7% compared to the previous month, and the annual inflation rate in February 2023 compared to February 2022 was 13.7%.

Detailed data can be found on the website of NSI at
Inflation and Consumer Price Indices

The National Statistical Institute (NSI) is a state institution in Bulgaria that collects, processes and disseminates official statistical information on social, economic and demographic processes in the country. The NSI's activities are aimed at providing objective and reliable data that support informed decision-making by the state, business and society. The Institute works in accordance with international statistical standards and is an active participant in the European Statistical System.