Inflation in the Kingdom reached 1.8% in June 2026

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In June, the Kingdom's Consumer Price Index (CPI) recorded a year-on-year increase of 1.8%, according to official data.

Inflation figures are closely monitored by the central bank as a key indicator of economic stability and purchasing power.

Data from the General Authority for Statistics shows that the increase was primarily driven by a 3.5% rise in housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels, along with a 1.4% increase in food and beverages and a 1.7% rise in transportation.

The personal care, social protection, and other goods and services category saw a 3.8% price hike, mainly due to a 13.6% jump in other personal effects, which was influenced by a 14.7% surge in jewelry and watch prices.

The rise in housing and food costs reflects persistent pressures on household budgets. Meanwhile, the sharp increase in jewelry and watch prices may be tied to global commodity trends or seasonal demand. Analysts will be watching whether these price pressures broaden in the coming months.