The annual inflation rate in Poland rose to 3.2% in April 2026 from 3% in the previous month, in line with initial estimates. This marked the highest reading since June last year, largely driven by faster increases in costs for housing and utilities (4.8% vs 4.3% in March), health (5% vs 4.7%), transport (3.5% vs 3.1%), and information and communication (4.7% vs 2.9%). At the same time, prices declined at a softer pace for clothing and footwear (-2.8% vs -3.2%) and furnishings, household equipment and maintenance (-0.8% vs -1.6%). On the other hand, inflation softened for food and non-alcoholic beverages (1.9% vs 2.1%) and recreation, sport and culture (4.6% vs 5.1%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices grew by 0.6% in April, slowing from a 1.1% gain in the preceding period.