Inflation in Oman Rises to 0.82%: What This Means for Your Investment and Business Costs

• By Oman Market
• July 26, 2025July 27, 2025
• Consumer Price Index inflation Oman June 2025
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MUSCAT: Oman’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.82% in June 2025 compared to the same month in 2024, based on the 2018 base year, the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reported.

The most significant price rises occurred in the personal goods and miscellaneous services category, which surged by 7.45%, followed by transportation at 3.12% and restaurants and hotels at 1.39%. Other notable increases included health services (up 0.76%), clothing and footwear (up 0.6%), and education (up 0.07%). The housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels sector saw a minimal rise of 0.02%.

Conversely, some categories experienced price declines. Food and non-alcoholic beverages dropped by 0.59%, furniture and household equipment decreased by 0.25%, culture and entertainment fell by 0.02%, and tobacco prices slightly declined by 0.01%. Communication costs remained stable with no change.

Within the food sector, prices for sugar, jam, honey, and sweets rose by 3.31%, dairy products increased by 1.84%, oils and fats went up by 1.65%, while meat and cereals saw slight increases. In contrast, prices for vegetables fell sharply by 8.06%, seafood declined by 3.84%, fruit prices dropped by 0.45%, and non-alcoholic beverages decreased by 0.19%.

Regarding regional inflation rates, Al Dakhiliyah recorded the highest increase at 1.76%, followed by Al Dhahirah (1.57%), Al Sharqiyah South (1.4%), Musandam (1.34%), and Al Wusta (1.22%). The lowest inflation was in Al Batinah South at 0.1%, with Al Sharqiyah North witnessing a slight decrease of 0.01%. — ONA

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Oman’s CPI rise of 0.82% signals moderate inflationary pressure, especially in personal goods, transportation, and hospitality sectors, highlighting cost challenges for consumers and businesses alike. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should focus on sectors showing growth potential, such as transportation and personal services, while cautiously managing supply chain and pricing strategies to mitigate risks from fluctuating food and fuel costs. Regional inflation disparities also suggest opportunities for targeted, location-specific business strategies.