Consumer prices in January increased, and some of them are up by 20%.

In January 2022, consumer prices increased by 1.3%, and rose generally for the year by 10%. Core inflation for the month was 0.1% or 7.6% for the year. In January, prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 2.5%. Vegetables became more expensive by 20.5%. Prices for eggs, fruits, bread, milk, meat, rice, lard, and butter increased by 3.9%. Changes for the year. Overall, food prices grew by 14%. Fuel and oil prices also grew rapidly (+ 26.8%). Rail and road transport for passengers increased by 20%. Alcohol and tobacco rose by 9.3%, and education by 17.4%.