Italy’s consumer price inflation picked up in August 2026, with the year-over-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) increasing to 3.3%, up from 2.9% recorded in July 2026. The data, updated on 1 September 2026, indicate a renewed acceleration in price growth after the moderation seen in the previous month.
Both the current and previous readings are based on year-over-year comparisons, measuring price changes relative to the same month a year earlier. The August figure shows that inflationary pressures have strengthened compared with July, suggesting that price growth in Italy remains an important factor for households, businesses, and policymakers as they assess the country’s near-term economic outlook.
