We analyze the shopping basket: what has gone up and down in price so far this year?

The article provides an overview of Spain's inflation rate, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), for the period from April to July during the lockdown. It highlights a consistent monthly decrease in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with a total drop of 1.6% over the four-month period, featuring a -0.6% decrease in July. The article points out the significant effects of the pandemic on various consumer goods and services, including food, beverages, alcohol, tobacco, clothing, footwear, and fuel prices. It also mentions the varied price trends across different categories, such as increases in fresh fruits, breakfast cereals, and sugar, contrasted with decreases in fresh fish, olive oil, and other meats. Additionally, it notes the effects on the housing market, with rent increases despite economic downturns, and the impact on the transport sector, attributed to reduced vehicle traffic leading to lower fuel prices. The article provides a detailed, data-driven insight into how the Spanish economy and consumer market have been affected by the pandemic, highlighting the notable shifts in market dynamics across a range of key sectors.