Chile’s consumer prices rose more sharply in August 2026, with the month-over-month Consumer Price Index (CPI) increasing by 0.6%, up from a 0.1% rise in July 2026. The fresh data, updated on 8 September 2026, point to a clear acceleration in short-term inflationary pressures.
The figures show that while July’s CPI had nearly stalled, August brought a more pronounced price increase across the economy. On a month-over-month basis, the current reading is compared with July’s change, which itself was measured against June, highlighting a notable pickup in momentum over the span of just one month.
For policymakers and market participants, the shift from 0.1% to 0.6% month-over-month underscores a potential turning point in Chile’s inflation trajectory. The data will likely factor into expectations for monetary policy decisions and broader assessments of the country’s near-term economic outlook.