The Canary Islands and the Principality of Asturias lead the autonomous communities with the highest annual variation rates, both at 27.3%. In contrast, Extremadura (5%) and Cantabria (6%) recorded the lowest values. Nationally, the index stood at 13.2%, 3.8 points higher than in July.
The evolution of the general index is strongly influenced by energy-related sectors. In August, the annual energy rate increased by more than 13 points, reaching 39.3%.
The Industrial Price Index measures the evolution of prices at factory gate, excluding transport or marketing costs. Products whose prices are analyzed include energy, food, beverages, and tobacco.
