According to the Central Bank of Venezuela, inflation in August reflected a slowdown, reaching 8.9 %.

“This is the second lowest monthly variation reported by the issuing entity in 2016, only behind the 6.3 % recorded in May, and marks a significant moderation after the spike in July, when the CPI reached 19.9 %,” according to BCV data.

The August result reflects that the accumulated inflation for the year amounts to 200.1 %, while the year-on-year inflation stands at 534.2 %.

According to the Central Bank of Venezuela (BCV), August saw a recovery in distribution channels, along with less pressure on the foreign exchange market, reflected in a more contained exchange rate fluctuation and more stable prices for goods and services.

The central bank’s data showed the following double-digit monthly increases: housing services (excluding telephone) 12.3 %; communications 11.7 %; transportation 10.3 %; and miscellaneous goods and services 10.1 %.

On the other hand, household equipment increased by 9.6 %, while restaurants and hotels rose by 9.5 %, and housing rentals by 9.2 %. Clothing and footwear registered a 9 % increase, while alcoholic beverages and tobacco, and health services, both experienced increases of 8.9 %.

The smallest monthly increases were observed in the recreation and culture sector (8.4 %), and in the food and non-alcoholic beverages and education services sectors (8.2 %).

Regarding accumulated inflation between January and August, restaurants and hotels led the increases with 212.3 %, slightly above healthcare at 212%. Following these were miscellaneous goods and services (208 %), recreation and culture (204.8 %), clothing and footwear (202.2 %), and communications (201.7 %).

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The Minister of People’s Power for Food, Carlos Leal Tellería, indicated that Venezuela has the capacity to stock shelves with food, guaranteeing supply for almost four months, following the June 24 earthquakes and the arrival of the Super Niño phenomenon.

He emphasized the joint work between the productive sector and government agencies for the immediate restocking of shelves, ensuring supply to the population.

The minister spoke about revitalizing the productive system during the inauguration of a new Pdval headquarters in the La Concordia sector of Barquisimeto, Lara state.

Furthermore, he referred to a storage strategy that will support national distribution, initiate export plans, and implement preventative measures against the impact of climate events such as the Super Niño phenomenon.

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The Center for Documentation and Social Analysis of the Venezuelan Federation of Teachers (Cendas-FVM) reported that the cost of the basic food basket for families exceeded 516,000 bolivars in July.

According to the agency’s data, the amount represents a 15.8 % increase compared to June, when the CAF (Costa Rican Food Bank) stood at 446,304.53 bolivars.

The items that experienced the greatest price increases are: sugar and salt (+33.07 %), coffee (+28.86 %); milk, cheese, and eggs (+18.75 %); fats and oils (+26.87 %); and roots, tubers, and other produce (+31.08 %).

The Cendas study includes the cost of bottled drinking water, due to the ongoing supply problems, which amounts to an estimated $13.52 for consumption.

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The Central Bank of Venezuela revealed that during the month of June, the National Consumer Price Index (INPC) reached 13.8 %. It also highlighted that the accumulated inflation rate for the first half of 2026 was 129.82 %.

“The result for the last month represents the third highest rate so far this year. The June figure was only surpassed by January’s 32.6 % and February’s 14.6 %. Thus, accumulated inflation during the first half of 2026 climbed to 129.82 %, while the annualized rate rose to 544.13 %.”

By sector, transportation led the increases across the different categories with a rise of 16.2 %. Education came in second with a 15.2 % increase, followed by housing at 14.9 % and health at 14.8 %.

In the recreation and culture category, the increase was 14.2 %, while household goods rose by 14.0 %. The groups of alcoholic beverages and tobacco, miscellaneous goods and services, and restaurants and hotels all saw an identical increase of 13.8 %.

The table registered the smallest increase in the communications sector, with 13.6 %; clothing and footwear at 13.3 %; food and non-alcoholic beverages at 13.1 %; and housing rentals closed with a variation of 10.9 %.

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The president of the Venezuelan Confederation of Industrialists (Conindustria), Tito López, indicated in an interview for Radio Fe y Alegría Noticias, that 80 % of the Venezuelan manufacturing industry is operational, after the earthquakes of June 24.

According to the union member, “the damages recorded so far do not compromise the supply, production or distribution of goods.”

López explained that “only 6 % of the companies reported moderate damage and another 14% presented slight damage, mainly in some plants in the food sector and in industries located in the Yaracuy state.” Regarding companies in the states of Carabobo, Aragua, Lara and others in the central region, including Miranda, he stressed that they maintain their operations following the corresponding security protocols.

He added that “the regional chambers and the different sectors are working together with the affected companies to complete the repairs in the coming days.” The exception is a vegetable oil processor located in the Veroes municipality, Yaracuy state, which temporarily suspended operations due to the damage suffered.

López has ruled out shortages of goods and products in the national market, since production and distribution continue normally.

Conindustria proposed the application of fiscal measures to support the recovery of the affected areas, such as “reviewing exemptions from VAT, Income Tax and some import taxes, especially for essential inputs.” Also, they ask you to avoid nervous buying of medications.

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The United States experienced its largest increase in year-over-year inflation in three years in May, reaching 4.2 %.

According to analysts, “this spike is in line with market expectations, which anticipated the continuation of an upward trend driven by higher energy prices due to the war in Iran.”

In May, energy prices rose 3.9 %. Furthermore, “inflation in energy products accounted for more than 60 % of the overall monthly increase.” Meanwhile, year-over-year, food prices increased by 3.1 %.

Core inflation — which excludes the impact of volatile energy and food prices — rose to 2.9 % year-on-year last month, slightly above April’s 2.8 %.

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Last week, Ítalo Atencio, president of the National Association of Supermarkets and Self-Service Stores, indicated that a decrease in product prices on store shelves is expected in the short term due to the decline in the value of the unofficial dollar, which has fallen from an average of 900 to 400 bolivars.

Atencio said, “Prices are going to go down, that’s for sure,” adding that “the cost structure naturally adjusts to the exchange rate,” although he clarified that it’s not an instantaneous process, as it depends on inventory replenishment and agreements with suppliers.

According to ANSA, “domestic competition and a commitment to the end consumer are forcing businesses to reflect the drop in the foreign currency on product labels to maintain sales volume.”

Atencio referred to transparency in price marking as a fundamental aspect in this stage of economic transition. He emphasized the commitment of supermarkets affiliated with the association to ensure that the benefits of the inflow of foreign currency and the revaluation of the bolivar “reach the pockets of citizens directly.”

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Venezuelan imports have increased since the end of September with the aim of satisfying consumer demand during Christmas. This was recently stated by the president of the Regional Chamber of Cargo, Jonathan Durvelle.

The official recalled that during this time, demand for seasonal inputs increases and reported that a few weeks ago, “seven vessels were operating in Puerto Cabello and two in La Guaira, figures that had not been seen in previous periods. He noted that a steady flow of raw materials is being observed, especially ABA foodstuffs, in addition to imports of corn, sorghum, wheat, and other products.”

He also referred to the arrival of containerized cargo in the country, including white goods and items related to the holiday season, although he warned that “the sector still operates with transport fleets that are more than 40 years outdated and have not been renewed.”

Durvelle highlighted the sector’s efforts to reinvest in order to “face current challenges. Among the priorities, he mentioned the need to adjust freight rates and update freight transport rates.”

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Peru’s year-on-year inflation saw a slight rebound in September, reaching 1.33 %, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI). However, according to the Central Reserve Bank, the indicator remains within the 1 % to 1.3 % range.

On the other hand, last month’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 0.04 % compared to August. The items that showed the greatest increase were recreation and culture (0.17 %); healthcare, restaurants, and hotels (both at 0.15 %); miscellaneous goods and services (0.13 %); and furniture, household goods, and home improvement (0.05 %).

The National Institute of Statistics (INEI) also revealed in its report that the cumulative variation for the year is 1.15 %. However, inflation in the Latin American country remains within the 1 % to 3 % range set by the Central Bank of Lima.

Regarding the Consumer Price Index for Metropolitan Limait stood at 0.01 % in September and 1.25 % for the year. Year-over-year inflation was 1.36 %., 

Data on inflation by city indicate that “three cities registered rates above 2%, with Ica standing out at 2.28 %, followed by Tumbes at 2.09 % and Piura at 2.03 %.”

Of the 26 cities where the Consumer Price Index is calculated, 15 reported price increases, with the largest increases in Puerto Maldonado (0.38 %), Puno (0.31 %), Arequipa (0.29 %), and Piura (0.26 %).

Likewise, eleven cities recorded negative results, including Huancavelica (-0.38 %), Moyobamba (-0.34 %), Moquegua (-0.28 %), and Chachapoyas (-0.20 %).

The projection for an increase in inflation for the last quarter of the year is pending, pointing to a closing of 1.8 %, “driven by the low comparison base, and 2.5 % in 2026, due to the normalization of food prices and smaller drops in the exchange rate and inputs,” according to BBVA.

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The Vice President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, reported that 100 Christmas fairs have been set up throughout the country to offer products that include food, textiles, paints and gifts, with up to 30 % discount.

The fairs have been organized through a joint effort between the private sector, the State, organized popular power and entrepreneurs.

Among the supplies that consumers can now purchase are clothing and footwear as well as other textiles, gifts, paint and the ingredients for traditional hallacas, such as beef, chicken and pork, banana leaves, raisins, olives, among others.

The fairs allow citizens to save on the purchase of different items for the Christmas season in a festive atmosphere. Rodríguez emphasized that a high percentage of these products are of national production, which shows the country’s progress in economic matters.

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