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How will the official Consumer Price Index release affect the Bank of Ghana?

Official CPI data is crucial for determining Ghana's disinflation momentum. The official Consumer Price Index (CPI) release, compiled by the Ghana Statistical Service, is crucial for the Bank of Ghana to determine whether Ghana's disinflation process has regained momentum following a monthly acceleration in August. While headline inflation reached 5.0 per cent in August, food inflation eased slightly to 3.0 per cent, suggesting downward pressure on prices. The Bank of Ghana monitors these trends to assess underlying inflationary pressures and guide its monetary policy.

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  • Headline inflation reached 5.0 per cent in August, up from 4.6 per cent in July, according to the Ghana Statistical Service.thearabianpost.com
  • Food inflation eased slightly to 3.0 per cent in August from 3.1 per cent in July.thearabianpost.com
  • Non-food inflation increased to 6.8 per cent in August from 6.3 per cent, accounting for about 71 per cent of overall inflation.thearabianpost.com
  • Fresh tomatoes saw a year-on-year inflation rate of 158.3 per cent in August.thearabianpost.com

Why it matters

The Bank of Ghana relies heavily on accurate inflation data to manage the country's economic stability and meet its inflation targets. While inflation has fallen sharply on an annual basis—August's 5.0 per cent rate was 6.5 percentage points below the 11.5 per cent recorded in August 2025—the recent monthly acceleration and the uneven food-price picture present ongoing risks.

Domestic costs remain a key risk, with inflation for locally produced goods and services standing at 6.1 per cent in August, compared with 2.2 per cent for imported items. The central bank must weigh the downward pressure from improved food supplies against upward pressure from non-food items like housing, water, and electricity.

What we don't know yet

  • What will the final CPI reading be for September?
  • How will the Bank of Ghana adjust its monetary policy based on the official CPI data?

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Food prices continue to decline significantly due to seasonal suppliesThe disinflation trend will regain strong momentum, potentially allowing the Bank of Ghana to maintain a more stable policy stance.
Non-food inflation, driven by energy costs, continues to rise sharplyThe Bank of Ghana may face pressure to maintain tighter monetary policy to counteract rising costs in essential services.

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