
Food Is No Longer the Fastest Inflation Driver, But It Remains the Main Burden for Families
In Georgia’s May 2026 price picture, food no longer appears to be the fastest inflation driver. According to the Harmonised Consumer Price Index, food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 4.7%

Why Utility Costs Became a Hidden Source of Inflation in Georgia
In Georgia’s May 2026 price picture, one of the most important but less visible sources of inflation was housing and energy-related costs. According to the Harmonised Consumer Price Index, the

Premium Brand Potential in Georgia: Who Pays More and Why?
Premium brand potential exists in Georgia, but it should not be understood only as a “market of wealthy consumers.” Premium sensitivity in the Georgian market appears in several forms: some

Blackberry Season Shows Why Georgia’s Berry Sector Needs Technology and Knowledge
Blackberry harvesting in Georgia is now in an active phase. According to sectoral information, one specific commercial farm expects around 20–25 tons of harvest this year from a 2-hectare blackberry

Transport as a Main Driver of Inflation: Why Mobility Costs Are Rising Fastest in Georgia
One of the strongest signals in Georgia’s May 2026 price data is the increase in transport costs. According to the Harmonised Consumer Price Index, transport prices increased by 14.7% year-on-year.

Is Inflation Returning in Georgia? Why the Harmonised Consumer Price Index Accelerated in Spring 2026
In spring 2026, price dynamics in Georgia became important again. The Harmonised Consumer Price Index – a consumer price indicator calculated in a way that is compatible with international methodology









