Eurozone's July CPI Rises to 2.9% Annually, Exceeding Expectations

Published: Jul 31, 2026 18:33
The Eurozone's preliminary annual CPI for July was 2.9%, versus expectations of 2.90% and a prior 2.80%; the preliminary monthly CPI was 0.2%, versus expectations of 0.10% and a prior -0.10%.

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