Key facts
- Oman's annual inflation rate decreased to 3.3% in April.
- Food inflation accelerated to 6.3% year-over-year.
- Transportation inflation slowed to 6.0% year-over-year.
- Housing and utilities inflation increased by 0.1% year-over-year.
Oman's annual inflation rate moderated to 3.3% in April, down from previous periods. The overall slowdown was primarily influenced by a deceleration in transportation inflation, which eased to 6.0% year-over-year, though it remains elevated. In contrast, food inflation saw a notable acceleration, rising to 6.3% year-over-year. Housing and utilities costs experienced a minimal increase of 0.1% year-over-year.