Taiwan’s consumer price inflation picked up sharply in February 2026, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising 1.75% year-over-year, up from 0.69% in January 2026. The latest data, updated on 6 March 2026, signal a notable acceleration in price pressures after a relatively subdued start to the year.
Both figures are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s price level to the same month a year earlier. While January’s 0.69% annual increase had pointed to weak inflation dynamics, February’s 1.75% reading suggests a firmer inflation environment may be emerging. Market participants and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases closely to assess whether this rebound marks the start of a sustained uptrend in Taiwan’s inflation trajectory or a one-off adjustment.
