Inflation decelerated more than expected. The Central Statistical Office published data for October

On a monthly basis, prices fell by 0.4 percent, while the market expected a decline of 0.2 percent. In September, inflation was 4.1%. year to year, and on a monthly basis prices increased by 0.7%.

The decline in the monthly index was mainly due to the prices of fuel and lubricants for private means of transport. They were 9.7 percent. lower than in September, although they were still 21.7%. higher than last year.

Prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 0.3% in October. month to month, and compared to October last year they were lower by 0.1%. In turn, prices of electricity, gas and other fuels increased by 1.6%. compared to September and by 6 percent year to year.