Senegal Inflation Rate Hits 3-Month High of 1.2% — TradingView News

Senegal’s annual inflation rate accelerated to 1.2% in August 2026 from July’s 14-month low of 0.3%.

It was the highest inflation rate since May, as food and beverages inflation, the largest component of the inflation basket, rebounded to 1.4% after falling 0.4% in July, marking the fastest increase in four months.

Inflation also recovered sharply for transport (1.7% vs -0.1% in July), while accelerating for health (2.0% vs 1.8%), alcoholic beverages and tobacco (12.6% vs 11.8%), and financial services (1.1% vs 0.6%).

On the other hand, inflation remained steady for recreation, sports and culture (at 0.8%), education (at 1.0%), and restaurants and hotels (at 2.2%).

By contrast, inflation eased for clothing and footwear (1.1% vs 1.2%) and furnishings (0.6% vs 0.7%), while housing and utilities continued to fall (-0.9% vs -0.8%).

On a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 2.0%, marking the highest level since July 2023, after rising 1% in the prior month.