The annual inflation rate in the Dominican Republic slowed to 4.67% in February 2026, down from 4.98% in January. This keeps inflation within the Central Bank’s target range of 4.0% ± 1.0%, marking 34 consecutive months of compliance with the target since May 2023.
Food prices rose at a more moderate pace, increasing 7.16% after an 8.03% gain in January. Transport costs were up 2.76%, following a 3.46% increase in the previous month. Inflation in communication services eased to 0.42% from 0.61%, while prices in recreation and culture slowed to 1.99% from 2.39%.
Deflation in clothing and footwear intensified, with prices falling 1.46% after a 1.43% decline in January.
