Inflationary sentiments among Uzbekistan's citizens surged sharply in November, according to a survey conducted by the Central Bank.
The average estimate for price increases reached 14.1%, rising by 0.9% and hitting a peak since August 2023. The median figure also increased again to 11.3%.
Tashkent ranked first in perceived inflation (18%), followed by Tashkent Region (16.1%) and Syrdarya Region (15.3%). The lowest estimates were recorded in Navoi Region (10.9%), Andijan Region (12.2%), and Khorezm Region (12.3%).
Pensioners reported the highest inflation estimate at 16%. High inflation feelings were also noted among scientific and educational workers (15.3%) and civil servants (15.1%). Those in the public catering sector (12.1%), service industry (12.6%), and agricultural sector (12.7%) felt it the least.
By income levels, the highest estimates were reported by citizens earning over 15 million soums per month — 17.8%. Additionally, significant price increases were felt in groups earning between 10-15 million soums (16%) and 7-10 million soums (15.2%).
Those with incomes of 2-3 million and 5-7 million soums reported slightly above-average estimates (14.3%). The lowest level was noted in the group with an average income of 4-5 million soums (13.1%).
As in October, Uzbekistanis most frequently noted the rise in prices for dairy and meat products, with 47% of respondents mentioning this compared to 51% the previous month.
A significant number of participants highlighted the increase in fuel prices (42%), electricity and gas (39%), and vegetable oil (29%). The proportion of respondents noting price hikes for eggs increased to 15%. Lastly, household services (10%) and confectionery products (11%) ranked at the bottom.
Earlier, Spot reported that heating and hot water tariffs could rise twice in 2025.