The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for refrigerators, freezers, and fridge-freezers exhibits notable variation across Europe in 2024, with Estonia leading the highest change, while Switzerland shows a negative rate, suggesting a price decrease. Central and Eastern European countries like Hungary and Slovakia also report high percentage changes, indicating inflationary pressures on household appliances.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of increasing energy efficiency standards likely to influence appliance costs.
- Ongoing supply chain adjustments and their effects on pricing and product availability.
- Consumer preferences shifting towards smart and eco-friendly models affecting market dynamics.
Top countries in Refrigerators, Freezers and Fridge-Freezers HICP by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent, Change on Previous Period | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Estonia | 12 | 2022 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 11.4 | 2022 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10.3 | 2022 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 10.3 | 2022 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 10.1 | 2022 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 9.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kosovo | 9.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 9.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 9.7 | 2022 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 8.9 | 2022 | View data |
