In February, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Uzbekistan increased by 0.6%, reaching 100.6% compared to the previous month. According to the National Committee on Statistics, this figure stood at 101.3% compared to December 2025 and 107.3% on an annual basis. For comparison, in February 2025, the composite CPI was 100.5% month-on-month, 101.3% compared to December of the previous year, and 110.1% annually, indicating a slight slowdown in inflation.

Food prices rose by 0.9% in February compared to the previous month, reaching 101.7% since the start of the year and 105.9% annually. Food and non-alcoholic beverages were the primary contributors to inflation, adding 0.37 percentage points to the overall CPI increase, which accounts for 60.7% of the total impact. Prices for non-food goods increased by 0.2%, while services rose by 0.6%.

Among fruits and vegetables, the most significant price increases were recorded for tomatoes (12.1%), pumpkins (11.7%), potatoes (5%), bell peppers (4.2%), and apples (4.1%). Lemons also became more expensive by 3.6%, bananas by 3%, and carrots and cabbage by 1.8% each. However, some products saw price declines: cucumbers dropped by 13.8%, tangerines by 5.6%, oranges by 5.4%, beets by 1.7%, and onions by 0.9%.

These price fluctuations highlight the volatility in food costs for Uzbek consumers, potentially affecting economic stability. The statistical data underscores the reliance of inflation on the food sector, pointing to ongoing challenges in agriculture and logistics that need to be addressed to mitigate future price pressures.

Source: kun.uz