Kuwait’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), according to data from the Kuwait Central Statistical Bureau (CSB) in July 2025, recorded a significant increase of 2.39% in July 2025 as compared to the same month of the previous year. The growth mainly reflects the pressure of inflation -inspired inflation in essential groups such as food, health, clothes and education, increasing financial stress on Kuwaiti homes.TL; Dr:
- The Consumer Price Index in Kuwait rose 2.39% year-on-year in July 2025. From June to July 2025, monthly inflation increased by 0.22%.
- Prominent Drivers: Food and beverages (5.63%), health (2.85%), clothes (3.7%), and education (0.71%).
- Some areas such as transport saw a decrease in price of 1.75%. Inflation increased 1.61% year-on-year except food and beverages.
Detailed inflation analysis
The recent CSB report highlights the increase in cost in various consumer sectors. The Food and Beverages Group saw the highest jump with a climb of 5.63% as compared to July 2024. Meanwhile, cigarettes and tobacco groups experienced a slight increase of 0.07% year-on-year.The area of clothing increased by a notable 3.7%, which reflects the cost pressures running on costumes and garments. Housing service prices increased by 0.98%, and domestic furniture cost 3.22% year-on-year, adding domestic expenses.Healthcare inflation also contributed, with an increase of 2.85% in the price index. In contrast, transportation costs declined by 1.75%, which gives some relief against the trend of widespread inflation.The communication sector saw a marginal price increase of 0.48% year-by-year, while the prices of entertainment and culture increased by 1.76%. The education sector recorded an increase of 0.71% in the cost, and the prices of restaurants and hotels increased by 1.94%.A significant inflation rate in diverse goods and service groups was also 4.8%.
Food and beverages
Except for a group of volatile food and beverages, inflation in Kuwait still increased by 1.61% compared to the previous year, indicating widespread value pressures beyond food -related items. Except for food and beverages, the inflation of the month was a slight 0.08% increase.Kuwait’s inflation data for July 2025 for increasing value pressures on essential consumer goods and services, intensifying financial stress on homes. While some areas such as transport provide limited relief, overall rising costs in food, health, clothes and education highlight the challenges faced by consumers amidst an economic scenario.
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Q. What was Kuwait’s inflation rate in July 2025?In July 2025, the rate of inflation increased to 2.39% year-on-year.Q. Which categories contributed the most to increase in inflation?Food and beverages saw the biggest growth of 5.63%, followed by clothes (3.7%), healthcare (2.85%), and diverse accessories (4.8%).Q. Is there a decrease in price in any area during this period?Yes, transportation costs have decreased by 1.75% compared to the previous year, which slightly offset inflation pressure.Q. How did the consumer doES changes from June to July month to month?Consumer prices increased by 0.22% in July, slightly lower than an increase of 0.29% recorded in June.
