Food inflation hits five-month high

Monthly food inflation recorded its fastest increase since April, while annual food inflation was calculated at 30.01%.

In September, lemons, oranges and mandarins recorded the largest price declines among fresh fruits and vegetables, while eggplants, bananas and tomatoes saw sharp increases. Among other food products, margarine, beef and ready-made chicken meals were among those with the biggest price increases. Prices of hazelnuts, butter and walnuts declined.