The annual inflation rate in Poland rose to 3% in March 2026 from 2.1% in the previous month, matching preliminary estimates. This marked the highest level since July 2025, as prices rebounded in transport (3.1% vs -5.7% in February), driven by higher energy and fuel costs linked to Middle East supply disruptions. Costs also increased in recreation and culture (5.1% vs 2.4%), while inflation remained steady in housing and utilities (3.1%) and restaurants and hotels (4.6%), and deflation eased in clothing and footwear (-3.2% vs -3.4%). Meanwhile, inflation moderated in several categories, including food and non-alcoholic beverages (2.1% vs 2.4%), alcoholic beverages and tobacco (6.7% vs 6.9%), health (4.7% vs 4.8%), information and communication (2.9% vs 4.3%), and education (6% vs 6.1%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased 1.1% in March, upwardly revised from 1% in the preliminary estimate, following a 0.3% rise in February.
