FX.co ★ Bahrain’s CPI Turns Negative in December, Marking Sharp Reversal in Monthly Price Dynamics

Bahrain’s consumer price index (CPI) posted a notable downturn in December 2025, with month-over-month inflation slipping to -0.70%, according to data updated on 28 January 2026. This marks a sharp reversal from November 2025, when prices had risen 0.60% compared with the previous month.

Measured on a month-over-month basis, the December reading indicates that overall consumer prices fell compared with November, after having increased in the prior period. The latest figure underscores a distinct cooling in short-term price pressures, with the “actual” data for December reflecting a decline, versus the “previous” November data that had shown a moderate monthly gain.

The shift from positive to negative territory in the span of a month highlights growing volatility in Bahrain’s near-term inflation path. Market participants and policymakers will be watching subsequent releases closely to determine whether December’s downturn signals a temporary correction or the start of a more sustained easing in consumer prices.