The Central Bank estimated stable inflation in August at 5-6%

Sustainable inflation in August amounted to 5-6%. The indicator was affected by the situation on the fuel market and the weakening of the ruble against foreign currencies in the last three months. This follows from the Bank of Russia review.

The average increase in prices for non-food products excluding petroleum products was 5.5% in August. “Electronics have risen noticeably: communications, personal computers, electrical goods and household appliances, as well as television and radio equipment,” the report said.

The increase in food prices excluding vegetables and fruits slowed in August to 7%. The most expensive meat and fish. The increase in prices for services without utilities slowed to 5.2%. For medical services, up to 8%.

According to the forecasts of the Central Bank, in 2026 inflation will be 6-7% in annual terms. To the target of 4%, the indicator will fall in 2027, the regulator expects.