The European Beer Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) in 2024 shows varied inflationary pressures across countries. Hungary leads with a significant increase of 14.1%, followed by Lithuania and Ireland. Western European nations like France, Switzerland, and Norway reflect moderate growth, with Finland showing the least change. There's an observable shift with Eastern European countries experiencing higher beer price inflation compared to their Western counterparts.
Looking forward, several trends could influence future European Beer HICP changes:
- Potential economic recovery and consumption boosts could pressure prices upward, particularly in Eastern Europe.
- Sustainability and regulatory changes could impact production costs, influencing consumer prices.
- Trade policies and supply chain adjustments post-COVID-19 may affect beer import-export dynamics, influencing domestic price indices.
Top countries in Beer HICP by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent, Change on Previous Period | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 14.1 | 2022 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 13.4 | 2022 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 12.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10 | 2022 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 9.4 | 2022 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 8.9 | 2022 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 8.6 | 2022 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 8.2 | 2022 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 7.8 | 2022 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 7.3 | 2022 | View data |
