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China Inflation Rate Highest Since 2012
China's annual inflation rose to 4.5% in November 2019 from 3.8% in the previous month, above market expectations of 4.2%. It is the highest inflation rate since January 2012. Pork prices, the most popular meat in China, jumped 110% yoy as hogs have been severely reduced due to the African Swine Fever since last year. The government recently said it will use its reserves to provide sufficient meat for China's Lunar New Year holidays in January.
Published on 2019-12-10

China Inflation Rate Rises to Near 8-Year High
China's annual inflation rose to 3.8 percent in October 2019 from 3 percent in the previous month and above market expectations of 3.3 percent. This was the highest inflation rate since January 2012, mainly due to persistently high pork prices following an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-11-11

China Inflation Rate Rises to Near 6-Year High
China's annual inflation rose to 3 percent in September 2019 from 2.8 percent in the previous month and above market expectations of 2.9 percent. This was the highest inflation rate since October 2013, mainly due to persistently high pork prices following an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-10-15

China August Inflation Rate Steady at 2.8%
China's annual inflation rate was at 2.8 percent in August 2019, unchanged from the previous month and above market forecasts of 2.6 percent. It remained the highest consumer inflation rate since February 2018, driven by persistently high pork prices amid an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-09-10

China Inflation Rate Hits 17-Month High
China's annual inflation rate rose to 2.8 percent in July 2019 from 2.7 percent in the previous month and above market estimates of 2.7 percent. That was the highest rate since February 2018 boosted by the fastest increase in food prices since January 2012, as pork prices were persistently high in the wake of an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-08-09

China Inflation Rate Unchanged at 15-Month High
China's annual inflation rate stood at 2.7% in June 2019, unchanged from the previous month's 15-month high and matching market expectations. Food inflation rose to its highest since January 2012, as pork prices were persistently high following an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-07-10

China Inflation Rate Hits 15-Month High in May
China's consumer price inflation rose to 2.7 percent year-on-year in May 2019 from 2.5 percent in the previous month and matching market consensus. It was the highest inflation rate since February last year, as food cost increased the most since January 2012, with pork prices being persistently high following an outbreak of African swine fever.
Published on 2019-06-12

China Inflation Rate Rises to 6-Month High
China's consumer price inflation rose to 2.5 percent year-on-year in April 2019 from 2.3 percent in the previous month, matching market consensus. This was the highest rate since October last year, with food cost rising the most in three years as an outbreak of African swine fever sent pork prices soaring further.
Published on 2019-05-09

China Inflation Rate Rises to 5-Month High
China's consumer price inflation rose to 2.3 percent year-on-year in March 2019 from 1.5 percent in the previous month, in line with market consensus. This was the highest rate since October last year, mainly due to a surge in prices of food as an outbreak of African swine fever sent the price of pork soaring.
Published on 2019-04-11

China Inflation Rate Slows to 13-Month Low of 1.5% in February
China's consumer price inflation fell to 1.5 percent year-on-year in February 2019 from 1.7 percent in the previous month and matching market consensus. This was the lowest inflation rate since January last year, mainly due to a marked slowdown in prices of food.
Published on 2019-03-11

China Inflation Rate Lowest in a Year
China's consumer price inflation slowed to 1.7 percent year-on-year in January 2019 from 1.9 percent in the previous month and below market consensus of 1.9 percent. It was the lowest inflation rate since January 2018, as food prices rose at softer pace.
Published on 2019-02-15

China Inflation Rate Slows to 6-Month Low
China's consumer price inflation slowed to a six-month low of 1.9 percent year-on-year in December 2018 from 2.2 percent in the previous month and below market consensus of 2.1 percent. The slowdown in inflation was mainly due to non-food prices, while food inflation remained at its lowest level in three months.
Published on 2019-01-10

China Inflation Rate Slows to 4-Month Low of 2.2% in November
China's consumer price inflation slowed to 4-month low of 2.2 percent year-on-year in November 2018 from 2.5 percent in the previous month and below market consensus of 2.4 percent. Food inflation hit its lowest in three months and cost of non-food increased the least in seven months.
Published on 2018-12-10

China Inflation Rate Unchanged at 7-Month High
China's consumer price inflation stood at 2.5 percent year-on-year in October 2018, unchanged from the previous month's seven-month high and in line with market expectations. A slowdown in prices of food was offset by a faster rise in cost of non-food products.
Published on 2018-11-09

China Inflation Rate Rises to 7-Month High in September
China's consumer price inflation rose to a seven-month high of 2.5 percent year-on-year in September of 2018 from 2.3 percent in the previous month and matching market consensus. Prices of food surged while cost of non-food continued to increase.
Published on 2018-10-16

China Inflation Rate Rises to 6-Month High in August
China's consumer price inflation rose to a six-month high of 2.3 percent year-on-year in August of 2018 from 2.1 percent in the previous month and slightly above market consensus of 2.2 percent. The increase was driven by higher prices of food; clothing; rent, fuel & utilities; and education, culture & recreation.
Published on 2018-09-10

China Inflation Rate Rises to 4-Month High in July
China's consumer price inflation rose to a four-month high of 2.1 percent year-on-year in July of 2018 from 1.9 percent in the previous month and above market consensus of 1.9 percent. Still, inflation remained well below the Chinese government’s target of around 3 percent for 2018.
Published on 2018-08-09

China Inflation Rate Rises to 3-Month High in June
China's consumer price inflation edged up to 1.9 percent year-on-year in June of 2018 from 1.8 percent in the previous month and matching market consensus. It is the highest rate since March, as prices of food went up at a faster pace and cost of non-food continued to increase.
Published on 2018-07-10

China May Inflation Rate Steady at 1.8%
China's consumer prices rose by 1.8 percent year-on-year in May of 2018, the same as in a month earlier and matching market consensus. It remained the lowest inflation rate since January.
Published on 2018-06-11

China April Inflation Rate Weaker than Expected
China's consumer price inflation fell to 1.8 percent year-on-year in April, from 2.1 percent in the previous month and missing market consensus of 1.9 percent. It was the lowest rate since January, mainly due to a sharp slowdown in food inflation.
Published on 2018-05-10

China Inflation Rate Slows to 2.1% in March
China's consumer price inflation fell to 2.1 percent year-on-year in March 2018 from a four-and-a-half-year high of 2.9 percent in the previous month and below market consensus of 2.6 percent. Cost increased at a softer pace for both food and non-food products.
Published on 2018-04-11

China Inflation Rate at Over 4-Year High of 2.9%
China's consumer prices rose by 2.9 percent year-on-year in February of 2018, after a 1.5 percent rise in the prior month and above market consensus of 2.5 percent. It was the highest inflation rate since November 2013, as cost of food rebounded sharply and cost non-food rose faster.
Published on 2018-03-09

China Inflation Rate at 6-Month Low of 1.5% in January
China's consumer prices rose by 1.5 percent year-on-year in January of 2018, after a 1.8 percent rise in the prior month and matching market consensus. It was the lowest inflation rate since July 2017 as cost of non-food grew at a slower pace and cost of food fell further.
Published on 2018-02-09

China Inflation Rate Edges Up to 1.8% in December
China's consumer prices rose by 1.8 percent year-on-year in December of 2017, after a 1.7 percent rise in November and slightly below market consensus of a 1.9 percent gain. Cost of non-food continued to increase, while cost of food fell much less.
Published on 2018-01-10

China Inflation Rate Slows to 1.7% in November
China's consumer prices rose 1.7 percent year-on-year in November of 2017, after a 1.9 percent rise in October and slightly below market consensus of a 1.8 percent gain. The slowdown was mainly due to a further fall in cost of food while cost of non-food continued to increase.
Published on 2017-12-09

China Inflation Rate at 9-Month High of 1.9% in October
China's consumer prices rose 1.9 percent year-on-year in October of 2017, after a 1.6 percent rise in September and slightly above market consensus of a 1.8 percent gain. It was the highest inflation rate since January, as cost of non-food increased further while cost of food fell much less than in a month earlier.
Published on 2017-11-09

China Inflation Rate Slows to 1.6% in September
China's consumer prices rose 1.6 percent year-on-year in September of 2017, following a 1.8 percent rise in August and in line with market consensus. The slowdown was mainly due to falling cost of food while cost of non-food continued to rise.
Published on 2017-10-16

China Inflation Rate at 7-Month High of 1.8% in August
China's consumer prices rose 1.8 percent year-on-year in August of 2017, following a 1.4 percent rise in July while market expected a 1.6 percent gain. It was the highest inflation rate since January, as cost of non-food rose at a faster pace and cost of food fell much less than in a month earlier.
Published on 2017-09-10

China Inflation Rate at 3-Month Low of 1.4% in July
China's consumer prices rose 1.4 percent year-on-year in July of 2017, following a 1.5 percent rise in June while market expected a 1.5 percent gain. It was the lowest inflation rate since April, as cost of non-food slowed and cost of food continued to fall.
Published on 2017-08-09

China Inflation Rate Stays At 4-Month High Of 1.5% In June
China's consumer prices rose 1.5 percent year-on-year in June of 2017, the same pace as in May and matching market consensus. The inflation rate remained at its highest level since January, as cost of non-food slowed slightly while cost of food fell at a slower pace.
Published on 2017-07-10

China Inflation Rate At 4-Month High Of 1.5% In May
China's consumer prices rose 1.5 percent year-on-year in May of 2017, following a 1.2 percent rise in April and matching market consensus. It was the highest inflation rate since January, as cost of non-food increased further and cost of food fell much less than in a month earlier.
Published on 2017-06-09

China Inflation Rate At 3-Month High Of 1.2% In April
China's consumer prices rose 1.2 percent year-on-year in April of 2017, following a 0.9 percent rise in March and slightly above market consensus of a 1.1 percent gain. It was the highest inflation rate since January, as cost of non-food rose at a faster pace and cost of food fell less than in a month earlier.
Published on 2017-05-10

China Inflation Rate Below Estimates In March
China's consumer prices rose 0.9 percent year-on-year in March of 2017, following a 0.8 percent rise in February but slightly less than market consensus of a 1.0 percent gain. Cost of non-food rose more than in the prior month while cost of food continued to fall.
Published on 2017-04-12

China Inflation Rate Slows To 2-Year Low In February
China's consumer prices rose 0.8 percent year-on-year in February 2017, compared to a 2.5 percent rise in January while markets expected an 1.7 percent gain. It was the lowest inflation rate since January 2015, as cost of transport and communication rose at a slower pace while food prices fell.
Published on 2017-03-09

China Inflation Rate At 32-Month High Of 2.5% In January
Consumer prices in China rose 2.5 percent year-on-year in January of 2017, compared to a 2.1 percent rise in December while markets expected a 2.4 percent gain. It was the highest inflation rate since May 2014, driven by a faster increase in cost of food and non-food. Meanwhile, producer prices index rose 6.9 percent from a year earlier, the most since August 2011.
Published on 2017-02-14

China Inflation Rate Eases to 2.1% in December
Consumer prices in China rose 2.1 percent year-on-year in December of 2016, compared to a 2.3 percent rise in November while markets expected a 2.3 percent gain. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.4 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 2.0 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.8 percent and those of services advanced 2.5 percent.
Published on 2017-01-10

China Inflation Rate Rises to 7-Month High in November
Consumer prices in China rose 2.3 percent year-on-year in November of 2016, compared to a 2.1 percent rise in October while market expected a 2.2 percent gain. It was the highest inflation rate since April, as the politically sensitive food prices increased by 4.0 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.8 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 2.1 percent and those of services advanced 2.4 percent.
Published on 2016-12-09

China Inflation Rate at 6-Month High of 2.1% in October
Consumer prices in China rose 2.1 percent year-on-year in October of 2016, compared to a 1.9 percent rise in September and in line with market expectations. It was the highest inflation rate since April, as the politically sensitive food prices increased by 3.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.7 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.9 percent and those of services advanced 2.5 percent.
Published on 2016-11-09

China Inflation Rate at 3-Month High of 1.9% in September
Consumer prices in China rose 1.9 percent year-on-year in September of 2016, compared to a 1.3 percent rise in August while market expected a 1.6 percent increase. It was the highest inflation rate since June as the politically sensitive food prices increased by 3.2 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.6 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.7 percent and those of services advanced 2.4 percent.
Published on 2016-10-14

China Inflation Rate at 10-Month Low of 1.3%
Consumer prices in China rose 1.3 percent year-on-year in August of 2016, slowing from a 1.8 percent rise in July while markets expected a 1.7 percent rise. It was the lowest inflation rate since October 2015 as the politically sensitive food prices increased by 1.3 percent while non-food cost rose at a faster 1.4 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 0.9 percent and those of services advanced 2.1 percent.
Published on 2016-09-09

China Inflation Rate at 6-Month Low in July
Consumer prices in China rose 1.8 percent year-on-year in July of 2016, compared to a 1.9 percent rise in June and in line with market consensus. It was the lowest inflation rate since January as the politically sensitive food prices increased by 3.3 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.4 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.4 percent and those of services advanced 2.3 percent.
Published on 2016-08-09

China Inflation Rate at 5-Month Low of 1.9%
Consumer prices in China went up 1.9 percent year-on-year in June of 2016, slowing from a 2 percent rise in May. Although inflation was slightly above market expectations of 1.8 percent, it remained well below government’s 3 percent target for 2016.
Published on 2016-07-10

China Inflation Rate at 4-Month Low in May
Consumer prices in China rose 2.0 percent year-on-year in May of 2016, slowing from a 2.3 percent rise in the previous three months and below market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 5.9 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 2.0 percent and those of services advanced 2.1 percent.
Published on 2016-06-09

China Inflation Rate Steady at 2.3% in April
Consumer prices in China rose 2.3 percent year-on-year in April of 2016, the same pace as in the previous two months and below market consensus of a 2.4 percent increase. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 7.4 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 2.5 percent and those of services advanced 2.0 percent.
Published on 2016-05-10

China Inflation Rate Steady at 2.3% in March
Consumer prices in China rose 2.3 percent year-on-year in March of 2016, the same pace as in February and below market consensus of a 2.5 percent increase. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 7.6 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.0 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 2.5 percent and those of services advanced 1.9 percent.
Published on 2016-04-11

China Inflation Rate at 20-Month High
Consumer prices in China unexpectedly rose 2.3 percent year-on-year in February of 2016, following a 1.8 percent rise in January and above market consensus of a 1.9 percent increase. It is the highest inflation rate since July 2014, as politically sensitive food prices surged 7.3 percent over the Lunar New Year holiday and cold weather while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.0 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 2.6 percent and those of services advanced 1.8 percent.
Published on 2016-03-10

China Inflation Rate at 5-Month High
China's annual inflation rate came in at 1.8 percent in January of 2016, up from 1.6 percent in the previous month and reaching the highest since August last year but below market expectations. The politically sensitive food prices increased 4.1 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.2 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.5 percent and those of services advanced 2.2 percent. On a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 0.5 percent, the same pace as in the previous month and in line with expectations.
Published on 2016-02-18

China Inflation Rate in Line with Expectations
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.6 percent in December of 2015, as compared to a 1.5 percent rise in the previous month and matching market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent. Cost of consumer goods gained 1.5 percent and those of services advanced 2.1 percent.
Published on 2016-01-09

China Inflation Rate Edges Up in November
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.5 percent in November of 2015, up from 1.3 percent in the previous month and above market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.3 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent.
Published on 2015-12-09

China Inflation Rate Eases Further in October
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.3 percent in October of 2015, down from 1.6 percent in the previous month and below market forecasts. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 1.9 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.9 percent.
Published on 2015-11-10

China Inflation Rate Below Expectations in September
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.6 percent in September of 2015, down from 2.0 percent in the previous month and below market forecasts. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.0 percent.
Published on 2015-10-14

China Inflation Rate at 12-Month High
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 2.0 percent in August of 2015, up from 1.6 percent in the previous month and above market forecasts. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 3.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent.
Published on 2015-09-10

China Inflation Rate Up 1.6% in July
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.6 percent in July of 2015, up from 1.4 percent increase in the previous month and slightly above market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.1 percent.
Published on 2015-08-09

China Inflation Rate Accelerates in June
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.4 percent in June of 2015, up from 1.2 percent increase in the previous month and beating market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 1.9 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.2 percent.
Published on 2015-07-09

China Inflation Rate Eases in May
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.2 percent in May of 2015, slowing from 1.5 percent increase in the previous month and slightly below market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 1.6 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.0 percent.
Published on 2015-06-09

China Inflation Rate Rises to 1.5% in April
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.5 percent in April of 2015, edging up from 1.4 percent increase in the previous month and slightly below market consensus. The politically sensitive food prices increased by 2.7 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.9 percent.
Published on 2015-05-09

China Inflation Rate Steady in March
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.4 percent in March of 2015, the same as in the previous month and above market expectations. The politically sensitive food prices increased 2.3 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.9 percent.
Published on 2015-04-10

China Inflation Rate Up to 1.4%
China's annual inflation rate accelerated to 1.4 percent in February of 2015 from a five-year low 0.8 percent in the previous month and faster than market expectations. The politically sensitive food prices increased 2.4 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.9 percent.
Published on 2015-03-10

China Inflation Rate Eases to 5-Year Low
China's annual inflation rate slowed to 0.8 percent in January, significantly down from 1.5 percent in the previous month and touching the lowest level since November of 2009. The politically sensitive food prices increased 1.1 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.6 percent.
Published on 2015-02-10

China Inflation Rate Rises to 1.5% in December
China's annual consumer inflation edged up to 1.5 percent in December from 1.4 percent in the previous month. The politically sensitive food prices accelerated to 2.9 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 0.8 percent.
Published on 2015-01-09

China Inflation Rate Eases to Nearly 5-Year Low in November
China's annual inflation rate slowed to 1.4 percent in November, down from 1.6 percent increase in the previous month and touching the lowest level since January 2010. The politically sensitive food prices accelerated to 2.3 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.0 percent.
Published on 2014-12-10

China's Inflation Rate Steady in October
China's annual inflation rate was recorded at 1.6 percent in October, unchanged from the previous month. The politically sensitive food prices accelerated to 2.5 percent while non-food cost rose at a slower 1.2 percent.
Published on 2014-11-10

China Inflation Slows Further in September
China annual inflation rate eased to 1.6 percent in September of 2014, down further from 2.0 percent in the previous month and below market forecasts. The politically sensitive food prices increased 2.3 percent year-on-year, lower than a 3.0 percent rise in August while non-food prices grew 1.3 percent, softening from a 1.5 percent increase a month ago.
Published on 2014-10-15

China Inflation Rate Eases in August
China annual inflation rate eased to 2.0 percent in August of 2014, down from 2.3 percent in the previous month and below market forecasts. The politically sensitive food prices increased 3.0 percent year-on-year, lower than a 3.6 percent rise in July while non-food prices grew 1.5 percent, softening from a 1.7 percent increase a month ago.
Published on 2014-09-11

China Inflation Rate Remains Stable in July
China annual inflation rate rose 2.3 percent in July, the same as in the previous month. The politically sensitive food prices eased to 3.6 percent, from 3.7 percent in June, while non-food prices grew 1.6 percent after gaining 1.7 percent a month ago.
Published on 2014-08-09

China Inflation Rate Slows in June
Chinese annual inflation rate eased to 2.3 percent in June, down from 2.5 percent in May. The politically sensitive food prices increased 3.7 percent, lower than a 4.1 percent rise in the previous month, while non-food prices went up 1.7 percent.
Published on 2014-07-09

China Inflation Rate Rises to 2.5% in May
China's consumer prices rose 2.5 percent over a year earlier in May, up from April's 1.8 percent increase. This was the highest figure in the last four months. The politically sensitive food prices increased 4.1 percent from the previous month's 2.3 percent.
Published on 2014-06-10

China's Inflation Rate Hits 18-Month Low
China's consumer prices rose 1.8 percent over a year earlier, down from March's 2.4 percent increase. The rise in politically sensitive food prices eased to 2.3 percent from the previous month’s 4.1 percent.
Published on 2014-05-09

China Inflation Rate Accelerates in March
Higher fresh food prices boosted Chinese annual consumer prices up to 2.4 percent in March of 2014, after slowing to 2 percent in the previous month. On a monthly basis, prices fell 0.5 percent.
Published on 2014-04-11

China Inflation Decelerates in February
Chinese annual inflation rate slowed to 2 percent in February after growing 2.5 percent in each of previous two months. It was the lowest rate in thirteen months.
Published on 2014-03-10

China Annual Inflation Rate Rises 2.5% in January
China's consumer prices rate held steady at 2.5 percent in January, while producer prices fell 1.6 percent, official data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed.
Published on 2014-02-14

Chinese Inflation Eases to 7-Month Low in December
In December, the annual consumer price index rose 2.5 percent, down from 3.0 percent in November to its lowest level since May of 2013. The slowdown was mainly driven by lower food prices.
Published on 2014-01-09

China Inflation Rate Slows to 3% in November
In November of 2013, the annual consumer price index went up by 3.0 percent, down from an eight-month high of 3.2 percent in October, due to lower food prices. Inflation for the first 11 months of 2013 came in at 2.6 percent, below the government's full-year target of 3.5 percent.
Published on 2013-12-09

China Annual Inflation Rate Up to 3.2% in OCtober
China's annual consumer inflation quickened to 3.2 percent in October from the previous month's 3.1 percent, lower than market expectations.
Published on 2013-11-09

Chinese Inflation Up to 3.1% in September
In September, China's consumer prices rose by 3.1 percent year-on-year, up from 2.6 percent in August. Food prices provided again the biggest upward pressure on the overall index, driving inflation to a 7-month high.
Published on 2013-10-14

Chinese Inflation Edges Down to 2.6% in August
In August, China's consumer prices rose an annual 2.6 percent, down from 2.7 percent in July. Food prices provided again the biggest upward pressure on the overall index. Consumer goods costs were up by 2.5 percent while those of services rose 2.7 percent.
Published on 2013-09-09

Chinese Inflation Steady at 2.7% in July
In June, China's consumer prices rose an annual 2.7 percent, the same as in June. Food prices registered another steep increase while transportation costs were down on the year.
Published on 2013-08-09

China Annual Inflation Surges to 2.7% in June
In June, Chinese consumer price index (CPI) went up by 2.7 percent year-on-year. The main driver behind acceleration were food prices which increased by 4.9 percent.
Published on 2013-07-09

China's Annual Inflation Rate Down to 2.1% in May
China's consumer price index (CPI) slowed to 2.1 percent in May, the lowest in three months. The food prices increased by 3.2 percent, while the non-food prices by 1.6 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.8 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.8 percent.
Published on 2013-06-09

China Inflation Rate Up to 2.4% in April
China's annual consumer inflation quickened to 2.4 percent in April from March's 2.1 percent driven by rise in vegetable prices due to unusually cold temperatures and low rainfall across the country.
Published on 2013-05-09

China Annual Inflation Down to 2.1% in March
In March, the consumer price index went up by 2.1 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 2.0 percent in cities and 2.2 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 2.7 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.8 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.7 percent and the prices of services grew by 3.1 percent.
Published on 2013-04-15

China Annual Inflation Down to 2.1% in March
China's annual consumer inflation eased to 2.1 percent in March from February's 3.2 percent leaving a room to keep monetary conditions loose to support a burgeoning economic recovery.
Published on 2013-04-09

China Inflation Up to 3.2 percent in February
China's annual inflation jumped to a 10-month high in February as holiday spending for the Lunar New Year drove food prices sharply higher.
Published on 2013-03-09

China Inflation Slows to 2% in January of 2013
In China, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 2 percent from a year earlier, down from 2.5 percent recorded in December of 2012. The increase was mainly driven by food items, which grew by 2.9 percent.
Published on 2013-02-08

China's Inflation Rises to 2.5% in December
In December, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 2.5 percent year-on-year. In December, the month-on-month change of consumer prices was up by 0.8 percent.
Published on 2013-01-11

China's Inflation Rises to 2% in November
In November, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 2.0 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 2.1 percent in cities and 1.9 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 3.0 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.6 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.9 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.3 percent.
Published on 2012-12-10

China's Inflation Rate Down to 1.7 Percent in October
In October, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 1.7 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 1.8 percent in cities and 1.5 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 1.8 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.7 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.5 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.3 percent. On average from January to October, the overall consumer prices were up by 2.7 percent over the same period of the previous year.
Published on 2012-11-09

China's Inflation Rate Down to 1.9 Percent in September
In September, the consumer price index (CPI) in China went up by 1.9 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 2.0 percent in cities and 1.7 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 2.5 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.7 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.8 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.3 percent.
Published on 2012-10-15

China's Inflation Rate Jumps to 2.0% in August
In August, the consumer price index (CPI) in China went up by 2.0 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 2.1 percent in cities and 1.8 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 3.4 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.4 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 2.1 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.0 percent.
Published on 2012-09-10

China's Inflation Rate Down to 1.8% in July
In July, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 1.8 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 1.9 percent in cities and 1.5 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 2.4 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.5 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 1.7 percent and the prices of services grew by 2.0 percent.
Published on 2012-08-09

China's Inflation Rate Down to 2.2% in June
In June, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 2.2 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 2.2 percent in cities areas and 2.0 percent in rural areas.
Published on 2012-07-09

China's Inflation Down to 3% in May
In May, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 3.0 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 3.0 percent in cities and 2.9 percent in rural areas. The food prices went up by 6.4 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.4 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 3.6 percent and the prices of services grew by 1.7 percent.
Published on 2012-06-11

China's Inflation Rate Down to 3.4% in April
In April, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 3.4 percent year-on-year. The prices grew by 3.4 percent in cities and 3.3 percent in rural areas.
Published on 2012-05-11

China's Inflation Rate Up to 3.6% in March
In March, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 3.6 percent year-on-year. The food prices went up by 7.5 percent, while the non-food prices increased by 1.8 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 4.4 percent and the prices of services grew by 1.5 percent.
Published on 2012-04-10

China's Inflation Rate Down to 3.2% in February
In February, the consumer price index (CPI) went up by 3.2 percent year-on-year. The food prices went up by 6.2 percent while the non-food prices increased by 1.7 percent. The prices of consumer goods went up by 3.9 percent and the prices of services grew by 1.5 percent.
Published on 2012-03-09

China Inflation Rate Falls to 4.2 percent in November
Inflation Rate in China eased to 4.2 percent in November from 5.5 percent in October, the National Bureau of Statistics said. The rate cooled for a fourth consecutive month, after peaking at 6.5 percent in July.
Published on 2011-12-09

China's Inflation Rate Drops to 5.5% in October
China's inflation rate has slowed to 5.5% in October compared with the same month a year earlier, the National Bureau of Statistics said. That is down from 6.1% in September, and a three-year high of 6.5% in July.
Published on 2011-11-09

China's Inflation Rate Remains High in September
China's consumer prices rose 6.1 percent, down from August's 6.2 percent but well above the government's 4 percent target for the year. Food price inflation held steady at August's level of 13.4 percent.
Published on 2011-10-14

China's Inflation Rate Eases in August
Inflation rate in China rose 6.2 percent over a year earlier, cooling from 6.5 percent in July, the National Statistics Bureau said on September 9.
Published on 2011-09-09

China Inflation Rate at Three-Year High in July
China's consumer price index rose 6.5 percent in July compared to a year earlier, the highest level since June 2008 when it reached 7.1 percent.
Published on 2011-08-09