Economic
Afghanistan inflation up 2.5% in March 2026
Afghanistan's March 2026 inflation rose 2.5% as food and fuel prices increased, constraining household spending despite continued modest GDP growth.
The Afghan statistics office reported that consumer prices in Afghanistan rose 2.5 percent year‑on‑year in March 2026, driven by higher food and fuel costs. The increase reflects persistent supply‑side pressures and regional trade disruptions, which have constrained the availability and affordability of essential goods. Although the economy continues to grow modestly, rising inflation has eroded real incomes, particularly for low‑income households and returnee families. Authorities acknowledged the pressures and indicated that they are monitoring fuel subsidies and food‑import channels, but have not announced major new price‑control measures in the short term.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Kabul, Afghanistan
- Date added
- 2026-03-29 11:18 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-29 11:18 UTC
- Source
- Afghanistan Statistics Office
- Connected threats
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