The annual inflation rate in the Czech Republic stood at 2.1% in December 2025, unchanged from the previous month, according to preliminary estimates. This marked the lowest reading since April, matching market expectations of 2.1%. Price growth moderated for food, alcohol, and tobacco (2.5% vs 2.8% in November) and goods (0.4% vs 0.6%). Additionally, costs declined further for energy (-4.2% vs -3.8%). On the other hand, prices increased for services (4.8% vs 4.6%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices fell by 0.3% in December, the same pace as the preceding period and in line with market expectations.