Record inflation in the euro area

Inflation in the euro area was 5.9 percent in February and 5.1 percent in January.

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Across the European Union, inflation was 6.2 percent in February. March numbers are not yet available.

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In the Czech Republic, February inflation reached 11.1 percent and the Czech National Bank expects it to rise further, at least in the spring months. High inflation should thus remain in the Czech Republic for the rest of the year.

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