The Central Bank of Venezuela reported that the National Consumer Price Index rose 19.9% month over month in July 2026, attributing the increase to goods distribution disruption caused by two earthquakes on June 24 and projecting lower inflation in August after exchange-rate growth slowed during the final three weeks of July.
Central Bank of Venezuela2026-08-12
Central Bank of Venezuela reports 19.9% monthly inflation in July following earthquake disruption
The Central Bank of Venezuela reported monthly inflation of 19.9% in July 2026, driven by earthquake-related disruption to goods distribution, and projected a decline in August following slower exchange-rate growth.