Economic
Jamaica releases new February 2026 inflation and growth data
The Planning Institute of Jamaica and the Statistical Institute of Jamaica published updated consumer price index and producer price index figures for February 2026, showing a notable decline in infla
On 26 March 2026, Jamaica’s Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) released new economic data indicating that the All-Jamaica Consumer Price Index declined by 0.9 per cent in February 2026, underscoring easing inflationary pressures. The Producer Price Index for the Mining & Quarrying sector also fell by 0.4 per cent, while overall industrial output stabilized. These figures are consistent with the Bank of Jamaica’s recent policy stance of reduced interest rates and are expected to support a gradual recovery in household consumption and investment. The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) has noted that the data reinforce expectations of positive real GDP growth in the June quarter, as post‑hurricane reconstruction and tourism activity accelerate. The release is being scrutinized by regional and international institutions monitoring Jamaica’s fiscal and monetary stability.
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- Kingston, Jamaica
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 10:08 UTC
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- 2026-03-26 10:08 UTC
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