French inflation rises to 2.6% in August
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The annual inflation rate in France accelerated to 2.4% in August, before 2.1% in July, confirming preliminary estimates. This was the highest level in three months, driven mainly by a strong acceleration in energy inflation, which went from 12.6% in July to 16.7%, especially due to petroleum products. Exclusive material for subscribers. To have full access, access the link of the material and register.
Inflation in France accelerated again in August, even if the final figure was slightly better than the first estimate. The harmonized index of consumer prices, used for EU comparisons, rose by 2.6 percent on an annual basis, while a renewed surge in energy prices is making it increasingly difficult to bring down inflation across the eurozone, according to recent statistics from INSEE.
Consumer prices rose by 2.4% over a year in August, INSEE confirmed on Tuesday. This rise in inflation in France is driven by energy prices. Fruit and vegetables are also more expensive, due to heat waves. - Energy, fruit and vegetables prices... Inflation confirmed at 2.4% in August over a year (Economy).
(Teleborsa) - Inflation accelerated in France in August. According to the French National Statistical Institute (INSEE), inflation stood at 2.4% on an annual basis, as estimated...
Prices accelerated compared to July due to the increase in energy.
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