As part of our analysis of the most recent economic data, figures from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for March 2024 recently released by Fatshimetrie provide crucial insights into the current economic status. The data reveals a significant rise in inflation compared to previous months, with the inflation rate reaching 33.20% in March 2024, marking a 1.50% increase from the prior month.
On an annual basis, the inflation rate in March 2024 has surged by 11.16% compared to March 2023, standing at 22.04%. This upward trend is attributed to price hikes across various sectors, including food, housing, utilities, clothing, transportation, education, healthcare, and other goods and services.
Despite a slight monthly decline in the inflation rate from 3.12% to 3.02% in March 2024, indicating some price stability compared to the previous month, the data analysis highlights a notable increase in food inflation, which rose to 40.01% year-on-year. This surge is primarily driven by the escalating prices of staple items like Garri, Millet, Yam, Palm Oil, Beef, Lipton Tea, and Bournvita, among others.
Moreover, core inflation, excluding volatile agricultural products and energy, registered at 25.90% year-on-year in March 2024, up by 6.2% from the previous year, underscoring persistent inflationary pressure within the economy.
In conclusion, the CPI and inflation data for March 2024 by Fatshimetrie underscore the challenges confronting the current economy. While there are signs of price stabilization, inflation remains a pressing concern that necessitates ongoing monitoring to mitigate its adverse effects on consumers and the overall economy.
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