Argentine Price Growth Accelerates to 1.9% in September as Utility Costs Rise

Living costs in Argentina picked up pace in September 2026, with the monthly rate reaching 1.9% after registering 1.7% in August. The uptick brings cumulative price expansion since the beginning of the year to 23.6%, maintaining upward financial pressure on household budgets nationwide.

Expenses related to shelter, power, gas, and household fuels registered the steepest increase among all sectors at 3.1%. Educational fees followed closely with a 3.0% gain. In contrast, hospitality services such as hotels and dining showed the mildest monthly uptick at 1.1%, while apparel and footwear prices advanced by 1.4%. Across most geographic regions, grocery items were the main inflation driver, although housing and utility expenses had the biggest effect in the Greater Buenos Aires area.

Underlying core inflation registered a 1.7% gain during the month, influenced by higher costs for pharmaceutical goods and eating out. Seasonal items expanded by 2.9% due to rising prices for produce like vegetables and tubers. Additionally, government-regulated costs rose 2.3% as tariffs for electricity, natural gas, and private medical coverage were adjusted higher. Investors will keep tracking whether utility pricing adjustments keep upward momentum on headline figures in upcoming months.