Moldova’s annual inflation rose to 10.8% in October, highest since June 2023

10.8% — Moldova’s annual inflation rate in October 2026, up from 8.6% in September.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics, this is the highest level since June 2023. Prices rose 2.7% in October alone. Services were the main driver (+18.1% year on year), pushed by regulated tariffs: natural gas +56.2%, heating +33.7%, passenger transport +31.6%, electricity +23.7%.

Food prices rose 6.4% (vegetables +15.8%, fruit +9.2%), non-food goods 9.5%, led by fuel: diesel +82%, petrol +46.8%.

What it means for you

• Energy and transport remain the biggest cost pressure for both businesses and households.
• Now is a good time to review prices, supplier contracts and indexation terms for 2027.
• The central bank has already raised its base rate to 11%, so new loans will cost more.

Source: Mold-street, 10.11.2026