Chile Annual Inflation Slows in January

EthereumCraftsman · 2026-02-06T11:25:18+00:00

In January 2026, Chile's annual inflation rate decreased to 2.8% from 3.5%, driven by price increases in restaurants, education, and healthcare. Consumer prices rose 0.4% monthly, reversing December's decline, while transport and clothing costs fell.

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2026-02-06 11:25:18

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Chile’s annual inflation rate eased to 2.8% in January 2026 from 3.5% in December. Price pressures were strongest in restaurants and lodging (6.3%), followed by education (5.4%) and healthcare (4.9%). Food prices rose 4.1%, while housing and utilities increased 4.0%. In contrast, transport costs fell 1.1%, with deflation also recorded in clothing and footwear (-4.6%) and insurance and financial services (-1.9%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 0.4% in January, reversing a 0.2% decline in December.

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