From The Rio Times · Matias Sebastian Lopez · · 50s
Argentina Inflation Rises to 2.2%
Argentina's monthly inflation jumped to 2.2% in October 2026, above forecasts, as yearly rate eased slightly.
In brief
Argentina's monthly inflation jumped to 2.2% in October 2026, above forecasts, as yearly rate eased slightly. Argentina's October 2026 inflation rose 2.2% monthly and 33.1% annually, exceeding forecasts. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
October Inflation Rate
Argentina's consumer prices rose 2.2% in October 2026 from September.
Forecast Missed
Analysts expected 1.9% monthly and 32.7% yearly, but both readings were higher.
Yearly Rate Eased
The yearly inflation rate dropped to 33.1% from 33.4% in September.
Why the Difference
October 2025 had a 2.3% monthly rise, slightly higher than October 2026's 2.2%.
Core Inflation
Core inflation, excluding volatile items, rose to 1.5% in October.
What Ends the Pickup
A November monthly reading below 1.9% would show October was a one-off jump.
What It Means
The pace remains fast, adding up to roughly 30% annually if sustained.
At a glance
Argentina's October 2026 inflation rose 2.2% monthly and 33.1% annually, exceeding forecasts.
