This figure represents an increase of 1.4 points compared to February, when the index stood at 2%. The monthly variation, comparing prices between February and March, was 1.1%.

The price surge is mainly attributed to the increase in fuel costs, electricity, gas, and other combustibles, which saw a 3.4% rise. The transport sector also contributed significantly to this increase, with a 4.2% jump, while clothing and footwear registered a 7.7% increase.

This inflationary rebound is explained by the soaring inflation due to the war in Iran, compared to the same period last year.