2026.03.2515:00:00UTC+00Bahrain’s CPI Slips Into Deflation in February, Reversing 0.9% Gain

Bahrain’s consumer prices moved into negative territory in February 2026 on a month-over-month basis, signaling a sharp reversal in short-term inflation dynamics. According to data updated on 25 March 2026, the country’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.50% in February compared with the previous month.

This marks a notable turnaround from the prior reading of 0.90% month-over-month, which also related to February 2026 and reflected the change from the preceding month. In other words, while prices had previously been rising at a relatively firm pace, the latest data show a contraction in overall price levels over the most recent monthly comparison.

The month-over-month figures compare price changes in the reported month to those in the immediately preceding month, highlighting the short-term volatility in Bahrain’s inflation profile. The swing from a 0.90% increase to a 0.50% decrease suggests a rapid cooling in price pressures over the latest monthly period observed.