Thailand's August Inflation Rises to 2.53% Driven by High Oil and Processed Food Prices
Thailand's Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August 2026 rose by 2.53% year-on-year. The increase is primarily attributed to soaring oil prices and higher costs of processed foods, indicating rising inflationary pressures on the Thai economy.
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