food

Russia's Inflation Accelerates to 6.33% in August

Annual inflation rose to 6.33% in August from 5.98% in July, while consumer prices fell 0.08% month-on-month. The central bank kept its key rate at 14%.

Central Bank of Azerbaijan Develops Index for Early Forecasting of Food Inflation

A study by the Central Bank of Azerbaijan shows that a new index of imported food prices can signal changes in consumer prices two months in advance.

Global Food Price Index Rises 0.6% in July

The FAO Food Price Index averaged 131.1 points in July 2026, up 0.6% from June, driven by higher prices for cereals, sugar, and vegetable oils.

Bloomberg Warns of New Wave of Rising Global Food Prices

Adverse weather conditions, conflicts, and military actions could lead to a new wave of rising global food prices, according to Bloomberg.