Inflazione a ottobre sale ancora: 5,4%. Record da agosto 2023

In October 2026, inflation rises to 5.4%, up from 4.2% in September, matching the level of August 2023. This increase is largely driven by higher energy prices, which surged from 22.6% to 31.4%, influenced by the international geopolitical situation. Food prices, particularly unprocessed products, also contribute to inflation, rising from 5.5% to 7.5%. Additionally, transport services see an increase from 1.6% to 3.1%. The overall cost of living, or 'shopping cart', accelerates from 1.5% to 2.5%, while core inflation is expected to reach 2.0%, up from 1.6%. The inflation rate acquired for October 2026 stands at 3.4%.