Energy prices rise by 19% in a year -report
Summary
Energy prices in Guernsey have increased by 19% over the past year, causing overall inflation to rise. The retail prices index (RPI) inflation reached 4.3% for the year ending in June 2026, with notable increases in fuel, tobacco, and catering costs.Key Facts
- Energy prices (fuel and light group) rose by 19% from June 2025 to June 2026.
- Tobacco prices increased by 11.7% during the same period.
- Catering costs went up by 6.3% in that year.
- The overall retail prices index (RPI) inflation in Guernsey was 4.3%.
- Households with one or more retired adults saw the highest increase in household costs at 5.2%.
- The data comes from Guernsey's retail prices indices and household costs indices reports.
- The report was published recently and reflects inflation trends over the last year.
- Other related reports show inflation rates in Guernsey have been changing over time, but energy had the largest price jump this year.
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