NBS: In January, consumer prices increased by almost 3%, and annual inflation - by 9%
Consumer prices increased by nearly 3 percent in January compared to December, with annual inflation exceeding 9 percent, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In addition to rising food prices, costs for electricity, central heating, and fuel have also surged. Experts warn that this sharp increase in prices will have an impact on the national economy, especially affecting citizens from socially vulnerable groups the most.