Prices for transport increased by 2.3% and cost for housing & utilities rose by 4.5%.

In addition, consumer prices for furnishings & housing equipment added 1.5%, while prices for recreation & culture went up by 1.7%. Also cost for non-alcoholic beverages gained 1.7%, while cost was of communication fell 0.1%.

On a monthly basis, consumer prices grew by 0.5%, following a 0.1% increase in the month prior.