Core Insights - The overall consumer price index (CPI) in Macau increased by 0.27% year-on-year in August 2025, and by 0.11% month-on-month [1] - For the twelve months leading up to August this year, the average CPI rose by 0.25% compared to the same period last year [2] Price Index Changes - The food and non-alcoholic beverages category saw a price index increase of 0.44% year-on-year, driven by higher dining and takeaway costs [1] - Housing and fuel categories also rose by 0.33% due to increased rental prices [1] - The most significant year-on-year increase was observed in recreation, sports, and culture at +2.45% [1] - Conversely, the information and communications category experienced a decline of 3.00%, while clothing dropped by 2.09% [1] Monthly Changes - Compared to July, the overall CPI rose by 0.11% in August [1] - The food and non-alcoholic beverages category increased by 0.05%, influenced by higher vegetable prices and dining costs, while fruit prices decreased [1] - The transportation category saw an increase of 0.87% due to higher airfare prices [1] - The clothing category decreased by 0.47%, and miscellaneous goods and services fell by 0.11% month-on-month [1] Average Price Index for the Year - For the first eight months of this year, the average CPI increased by 0.19% year-on-year, with food and non-alcoholic beverages rising by 0.46% [2] - The average price indices for Class A and Class B goods rose by 0.14% and 0.22%, respectively [2]