Kingdom's inflation rises 1.9% in September
The annual inflation rate in the Kingdom increased by 1.9% in September 2026, with prices rising for housing, water, electricity, and gas by 3.6%, transportation by 2.3%, and food and beverages by 1.4%. At the same time, wholesale prices grew by 4.2% year-on-year, driven by a 26.1% rise in chemical materials and a 2.6% increase in refined petroleum products. On a monthly basis, the Consumer Price Index remained stable, while prices of major groups varied; some goods like energy and services saw increases, while others such as furniture and clothing experienced declines.
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