The inflation rate was 9.69% in December 2025, with price increases for services (11.00%) and non-food goods (10.48%)
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In December 2025, the annual inflation rate was 9.69%, according to INS, with the highest price increases recorded in services (11.00%). Non-food goods increased by 10.48%, while food goods rose by 7.75%. The most significant price increases for food were for coffee (23.94%) and fresh fruits (15.19%). Additionally, prices for milk, bread, and beef have increased considerably. In the services category, CFR tickets increased by 24.40%, and air services by 18.37%.
For non-food goods, electricity had the highest increase, at 60.91%, following the removal of price caps. The year 2025 ended with an average annual inflation rate of 7.3%, compared to 5.6% in 2024. It is important to mention that no price decreases were recorded in December 2025 compared to the previous year, and the support schemes for capping electricity prices significantly influenced the inflation calculation.
For non-food goods, electricity had the highest increase, at 60.91%, following the removal of price caps. The year 2025 ended with an average annual inflation rate of 7.3%, compared to 5.6% in 2024. It is important to mention that no price decreases were recorded in December 2025 compared to the previous year, and the support schemes for capping electricity prices significantly influenced the inflation calculation.
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Rata anuală a inflaţiei a fost de 9,7%, în luna decembrie 2025 comparativ cu luna decembrie 2024 (INS)
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Rata inflației a ajuns la 9,7% în decembrie. Energia electrică s-a scumpit cel mai mult, cu 60%
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