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Consumer Price Index

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Data shows increase in prices of fish, food and transportBusiness

Data shows increase in prices of fish, food and transport

New data shows a rise in food and transport costs in the Maldives, with food prices up 5.86% and transport up 9.35%. Meat and fish saw significant hikes, while air travel surged due to rising fuel costs. Conversely, prices for clothing, communication, and education saw slight declines.

Cost of goods and services rise by four percentBusiness

Cost of goods and services rise by four percent

The Maldives Bureau of Statistics reports that the cost of goods and services rose by 4.18% in April, driven by surges in housing, utilities, and transport. While cement and gas prices saw significant hikes, costs for vegetables and telecommunications declined. Inflation was notably higher in the atolls compared to the Male' region.