
An acceleration driven by energy prices and tensions in the Middle East.
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INSEE measures the evolution of consumer prices in France through field surveys and estimates.
How much have the prices of your shopping basket increased? This Wednesday, national statisticians highlighted an acceleration in inflation, driven upwards by energy prices and the difficulties caused by tensions in the Middle East.
Overall, over one year, “consumer prices would increase by 3.0% in September 2026”, compared to 2.4% in August, writes INSEE. Behind energy, which jumped 21.2% over one year, is food, whose prices “would also accelerate, particularly those of fresh products”, specifies the institution.
This observation will not surprise households, who have noticed the rise in prices in recent months while making their purchases. However, not all products are in the same boat, notes INSEE. Statisticians also carry out field surveys, in a group of urban areas, in order to greatly refine their estimates and provide a clearer overview of inflation, says Sébastien Faivre...
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