Accra:The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) reported a significant increase in the wholesale price index for the third quarter of 2026, noting a sharp rise of 16.39% compared to the previous quarter.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA – English, the overall Wholesale Price Index in Palestine during this period saw a 20.17% increase in prices for imported products and a 7.03% rise for locally consumed products.
The changes in the index were attributed to price fluctuations across various divisions and categories. Notably, the wholesale and retail trade and repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles experienced a substantial increase of 63.40%. Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles saw a rise of 30.95%, while wholesale trade, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, increased by 10.34%.
Other notable changes included a 48.19% rise in the wholesale of grains and seeds and a 25.44% increase in lubricating oils and fats. The index for wholesale of iron tools rose by 24.73%, home furnishings by 12.41%, and fruits and vegetables by 5.14%. In contrast, the wholesale of solid fuels dropped by 22.12%, and fish, meat, and their products decreased by 7.16%. There were also reductions observed in the wholesale of live animals, gaseous fuels, and metallic and non-metallic waste for recycling.