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German EU-harmonised consumer prices up 8.8% y/y in August

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Posted on August 30, 2022

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· Last updated: February 4, 2026

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(Reuters) – German consumer prices, harmonised to compare with other European countries, were up 8.8% on the year and rose by 0.4% month-on-month in August preliminary data from the Federal Statistics Office showed on Tuesday. Analysts had also expected harmonised data to increase 8.8% on an annual basis and rise 0.4% on the previous month. […]

(Reuters) – German consumer prices, harmonised to compare with other European countries, were up 8.8% on the year and rose by 0.4% month-on-month in August preliminary data from the Federal Statistics Office showed on Tuesday.

Analysts had also expected harmonised data to increase 8.8% on an annual basis and rise 0.4% on the previous month.

The statistics office gave the following breakdown of non-harmonised year-on-year data for August:

INDEX/COMPONENT

(basis 2015) Aug Jul Weighting

2022 2022 in 1/1000

Overall index +7.9 +7.5 1000

Goods +14.7 +14.1 468.16

Energy +35.6 +35.7 103.83

Food +16.6 +14.8 84.87

Services +2.2 +2.0 531.84

Household rents +1.8 +1.8 207.26

(Reporting by Berlin Speed Desk; Editing by Madeline Chambers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are consumer prices?
Consumer prices refer to the prices that consumers pay for goods and services. These prices are used to calculate inflation and reflect the cost of living.
What is a harmonised index of consumer prices?
A harmonised index of consumer prices (HICP) is a measure used to compare inflation rates across European countries, ensuring that the data is consistent and comparable.
What is the significance of energy prices in inflation?
Energy prices significantly impact inflation as they affect the cost of transportation and production. Rising energy prices can lead to higher overall consumer prices.

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