December 2024 inflation: How did prices and pensions develop?

Inflation and the situation of pensioners

Pensioners were particularly affected by the price increase. The inflation index for pensioners rose to 4.5% from 3.7% in November, which was the highest value of the year. This trend was observed across all population groups:

Low-income households: 3.7% → 4.4%

Middle-income households: 3.6% → 4.5%

Households with three or more children: 3.8% → 4.7%

High-income households: 4.2% → 5.0%