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Food inflation remains high in Greece
Despite downward trend in inflation, food prices continue to soar, says statistical body
Ahmet Gencturk |
10.04.2023 - Update : 10.04.2023
ATHENS
The food inflation index in Greece remained high in March, the country's statistical body said Monday.
As the general consumer index is continuing its downward trend, 4.6% as of March, the food price index was 14.3% during the same period, according to a monthly report by ELSTAT.
Similarly, the report said that annual inflation in the clothing and footwear index was 14.4%, followed by an 11% increase in durable goods such as white goods and furniture.
While house prices decreased, rents, house repairs, and maintenance as well as utility bills continued their upward trend, it added.
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