Australia’s yearly inflation pace was unchanged at the start of 2026, with the Monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) Indicator holding steady at 3.80% in January on a year-over-year basis, the same rate recorded in December 2025.
According to data updated on 25 February 2026, the January 2026 reading shows no further easing or acceleration in price growth compared with the previous month. Both the “actual” figure for January and the “previous” figure for December reflect year-over-year changes, measuring price levels against the same month a year earlier.
The flat reading suggests inflation momentum has paused after prior months of adjustment, leaving price pressures neither intensifying nor receding between December and January. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether this marks a temporary plateau or the start of a more persistent trend.
