Rising consumer prices in Saxony-Anhalt: Everything is getting more expensive!

Rising consumer prices in Saxony-Anhalt: Everything is getting more expensive!

The current consumer prices in Saxony-Anhalt have risen, as shown by a new report from the State Statistical Office, which was published today. In October 2025, consumer prices will rise by 2.7 percent compared to the same month last year. This could mean a significant additional burden for many households. star reported that goods and services even increased by 5.7 percent. Guests of hotels and restaurants in particular are feeling the price increases in their wallets: prices here have risen by 3.8 percent.

But not everything is becoming more expensive. Some foods are showing encouraging price declines. Cooking fats and oils have become 13.1 percent cheaper, and vegetables currently cost 4.9 percent less than last year. These developments can certainly be seen as a relief in a dynamic market.

Inflation in detail

Compared to the previous month of September, there was a modest overall increase of 0.2 percent. The consumer price index has reached a level of 124.5, with the base set for 2020. The main factors for inflation are the contributions for other insurance services, which rose by a whopping 16.4 percent, as well as the aforementioned restaurant and accommodation services with 3.8 percent. Overnight stays in hotels and inns even increased by 4.7 percent.

In addition to these price increases, there is reassuring news: clothing and shoes have only increased in price by 1.3 percent, and housing costs - including water, electricity and other fuels - have also remained at a moderate increase of 1.2 percent. A particularly interesting point is the increase in transport prices, which increased by 1.3 percent in October. International flights are 20.5 percent more expensive, while domestic flights are only up 5.5 percent.

Food and drinks at a glance

Another facet of the price development can be seen in food and non-alcoholic drinks - there was even a minimal decrease of -0.1 percent compared to the previous month. Butter in particular is currently 9.8 percent cheaper, and potatoes cost 5.1 percent less. Sunflower and rapeseed oil have also fallen in price by 4.1 percent, while seafood is 2.4 percent cheaper.

However, alcoholic beverages and tobacco products fell by 0.9 percent. What is particularly pleasing for many beer lovers is the 7.7 percent decline in wheat beers and 6.8 percent in Pilsner beers. These developments show how the market can continue to move despite rising general prices.

It remains to be seen how prices will develop in the next few months and whether this dynamic can continue. It is important for citizens in Saxony-Anhalt to keep a close eye on the price situation in order to deal with daily expenses cleverly. Statistics Saxony-Anhalt will continue to provide important information that can help consumers make their decisions.