According to Statistics Finland, the preliminary annual change in the harmonized consumer price index (HCPI) rose to 1.8 % in December 2025, up from 1.5 % in November. The HCPI level for December was 122.63, with a monthly increase of 0.36 %. In the latest estimate, the largest annual rise, 5.9 %, occurred in the health sector (category 06). Other notable changes include a 2.69 % annual rise in food and alcohol‑free beverages (category 01) and a 2.33 % rise in alcoholic beverages and tobacco (category 02). The preliminary data are subject to revision after the full month of data collection is completed. The HCPI excludes owner‑occupied housing, gambling, credit interest, home insurance, vehicle tax, and fishing and hunting fees.
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