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Swiss Consumer Price Index in May 2018 Consumer prices increased by 0.4% in May

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Consumer prices remained stable in March

Neuchâtel, 6 June 2018 (FSO) - The consumer price index CPI) increased by 0.4% in May 2018 compared with the previous month, reaching 102.1 points (December 2015=100). Inflation was 1.0% compared with the same month of the previous year. These are the results of the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).

The 0.4% increase compared with the previous month can be explained by several factors including rising prices for petroleum products and fresh fruit. In contrast, prices for medicines have decreased.

You will find further information such as tables and graphs in the press release below.