Consumer prices in February 2021 experienced a year-on-year increase of 3.1%, with food prices rising by 3.4% as reported by the Central Statistical Office. The price of several commodities such as cooking oil, sugar, honey, and flour increased significantly, while the cost of pork and poultry fell. There was also a notable rise in the prices of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and durable consumer goods like new passenger cars. Fuel prices also surged. Compared to the previous month, over all, prices increased by 0.7%.