Annual inflation in Moldova reaches 8.6% in September 2026
Annual inflation in Moldova rose to 8.6% in September 2026, up from 6.6% at the start of the year, and natural gas jumped 40.8% in one month.
Written later, from the reports of that day.
What it means for you
Natural gas now costs 40.8% more than in August. Diesel is 76.4% more expensive than in September 2025, and petrol is 42.3% more. Economist Marin Gospodarenco advises you to plan your winter bills early and check your window and door insulation.
What happened
Annual inflation in Moldova reached 8.6% in September 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The biggest price rises were for natural gas, fuel and electricity. Many people are cutting their shopping to essentials only.
In short
- Food prices rose on average by 5.1% compared with September 2025.
- Electricity is 23.7% more expensive than a year ago.
- Utility services rose in price by 18.1% over the year.
- Natural gas is 21.3% more expensive than in September 2025.
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