Tunisia’s inflation rate reached 5.9% in March 2025, up from 5.7% in February, driven largely by rising costs in food, clothing, and household items. Monthly consumer prices increased by 2.0%.
In March 2025, Tunisia reported an annual inflation rate of 5.9%, marking an increase from the 5.7% recorded in February. The rise in inflation can be attributed to several factors, particularly the significant increases in various categories. Food and non-alcoholic beverages saw inflation rise to 7.8% from 7%, while clothing and footwear experienced a notable jump to 11.7% compared to 9.7% in the previous month.
Additionally, inflation for household contents, equipment, and maintenance remained stable at 5.5%. Conversely, the inflation rate for housing and utilities saw a slight decline to 3.2%, down from 3.8%, and transportation costs held steady at 3.2%. Overall, consumer prices increased by 2.0% in March, a considerable rise from the 0.5% gain observed in February.
In conclusion, Tunisia’s inflation rate escalated to 5.9% in March 2025, primarily driven by increases in food, clothing, and household equipment prices. While certain sectors showed eased inflation, such as housing and utilities, the overall trend reflects significant upward pressure on consumer prices, underscored by a 2.0% monthly rise in March.
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