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    What is the inflation rate in Finland?

    The two inflation measures and the latest figures.

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    Short answer

    According to Statistics Finland, consumer prices rose 2.5% from a year earlier in September 2026, up from 2.2% in August. The EU-harmonised index, which leaves out owner-occupied housing and loan interest, rose 2.7% in September. Its flash estimate for October 2026 was 3.4%, with transport prices up 10.2%. Euro area inflation was 3.8% in September, according to the flash estimate.

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    Why

    1. Statistics Finland gives 2.5% for the consumer price index in September 2026.
    2. The flash harmonised index for October 2026 was 3.4%.
    3. Transport had the largest annual change in October, 10.2%.

    Details

    Fuel drove much of the rise. Statistics Finland reported that in October 2026 diesel cost on average 2.5 euros a litre, 54.7% more than a year earlier.

    Tip

    For travel budgets, the change in transport and fuel prices matters more than the headline figure.

    What may differ

    Flash figures are revised once all price data for the month is in.

    Common misconception

    Prices in Finland have stopped rising.

    What actually happens

    Inflation turned negative in late 2025 but rose again in 2026, to 2.5% in September.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Statistics are revised and new figures come out every month, so check Statistics Finland for the latest data.

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