Inflation slowed down more than expected. The Central Statistical Office released data for October

In October, prices decreased by 0.4% month-on-month, contrary to the expected 0.2% drop. Year-on-year inflation stood at 4.1%, with a 0.7% increase in September. The decline was mainly due to a 9.7% drop in fuel prices compared to September, although they were still 21.7% higher than last year. Food and non-alcoholic beverage prices rose by 0.3% month-on-month but were down 0.1% year-on-year. Electricity, gas, and other fuel prices increased by 1.6% from September and 6% compared to last year.