Inflation in Greece rose to 2.7% in February, up from 2.5% in January, with double-digit price increases recorded in several basic food items, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).
A comparison of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February 2026 with the corresponding index of February 2025 shows an annual increase of 2.7%, slightly higher than the 2.5% rise recorded in the comparable period a year earlier.
On a monthly basis, the CPI increased by 0.1% in February compared with January, reversing a 0.1% decline recorded in the same month of the previous year.
Data from the Hellenic statistical authority (ELSTAT) highlighted significant price rises in several food products:
- Lamb and goat meat rose 12.1%
- Fruit prices increased 13.5%
- Chocolate products became 16.7% more expensive
- Coffee prices climbed 15%
By contrast, some staple products became cheaper:
- Olive oil prices fell 27.4%
- Pasta prices declined 5.2%
Energy and travel costs also showed mixed trends. Natural gas prices dropped 19.3%, while airfares rose 10.9% and package holidays increased 7.1%. Health insurance premiums were up 7%.
According to the statistical agency, the overall 2.7% inflation rate was driven by increases across several consumer categories:
Food and non-alcoholic beverages (+5.2%), reflecting higher prices for bread and bakery products, beef, pork, lamb and goat, poultry, processed meat, fish and seafood, dairy and eggs, margarine and vegetable fats, fruit and vegetables, chocolate products, confectionery and coffee. Part of the increase was offset by lower prices for pasta, olive oil, other edible oils and condiments.
Clothing and footwear (+10.1%), due to higher prices for garments and shoes.
Housing (+2.6%), mainly reflecting higher rents, home maintenance and repair services, household-related services and electricity. The increase was partly offset by lower prices for natural gas and heating oil.
