The European Personal Care HICP highlights notable disparities across countries. In 2024, Hungary leads with a forecasted increase of 14.8%, followed by Serbia at 14.2%. Lithuania, Latvia, the Czech Republic, and Bulgaria all exceed 11%. Western European nations such as Belgium, Germany, and France exhibit significantly lower growth, under 6%, with Switzerland at a minimal 0.7%. These variations underscore regional economic dynamics and inflationary pressures.
Future trends to watch include potential price stabilization in Eastern Europe as supply chains normalize and policy interventions take effect. Western Europe's moderate inflation may persist, influenced by economic conditions and consumer spending trends.
Top countries in Personal Care HICP by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent, Change on Previous Period | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 14.8 | 2022 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 14.2 | 2022 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 12.4 | 2022 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Latvia | 11.3 | 2022 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 11.1 | 2022 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 11.1 | 2022 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Macedonia | 10.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 10.8 | 2022 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 10.2 | 2022 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 9.9 | 2022 | View data |
