According to the August survey by the Central Bank of Uzbekistan, the average estimate of price growth over the past 12 months stood at 10.1% — down 0.2 percentage points from June and an all-time low.
The median perceived inflation rate remains at 9%. Respondents less frequently noted price hikes for electricity and natural gas (19% versus 27% in July), as well as confectionery (11% versus 16%).
Meat and dairy products remain the most frequently cited items with rising prices, highlighted by 58% of respondents. Fuel was singled out by 42% of participants, while fruits and vegetables were noted by 27%.