The annual inflation rate in the Czech Republic rose to 2.5% in September 2026 from 1.9% in August, slightly above expectations of 2.4%, according to preliminary estimates. This marked the highest reading since April, as price growth accelerated for energy (5.9% vs 2.3% in August) and goods (1.2% vs 0.2%), while it also edged up for services (4.6% vs 4.5%). At the same time, deflation eased for food and soft drinks (-3.5% vs -4.3%). Meanwhile, inflation eased slightly for alcoholic beverages and tobacco (4.6% vs 4.7%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices were unchanged in September after rising 0.3% in August, marking the lowest reading since June.