15.04.202608:07:09UTC+00Poland Inflation Confirmed at 8-Month High

Poland’s annual inflation rate rose to 3% in March 2026 from 2.1% in February, in line with preliminary estimates. This was the highest rate since July 2025 and was largely driven by a rebound in transport prices (3.1% vs -5.7% in February), reflecting higher energy and fuel costs linked to supply disruptions in the Middle East. Prices also accelerated in recreation and culture (5.1% vs 2.4%).

Inflation remained unchanged in housing and utilities (3.1%) and in restaurants and hotels (4.6%), while deflation in clothing and footwear eased slightly (-3.2% vs -3.4%).

At the same time, price growth slowed in several categories: food and non-alcoholic beverages (2.1% vs 2.4%), alcoholic beverages and tobacco (6.7% vs 6.9%), health (4.7% vs 4.8%), information and communication (2.9% vs 4.3%), and education (6% vs 6.1%).

On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased by 1.1% in March, revised up from an initial estimate of 1%, after a 0.3% rise in February.