Annual inflation rose in both Bulgaria and Croatia in August 2026. Bulgaria’s rate increased to 5.1% from 4.5% in July, confirming preliminary estimates, while Croatia’s rose to 4.2% from 3.9%, slightly above preliminary estimates. Transport was a major driver in both countries, accelerating to 21.5% in Bulgaria and 13.5% in Croatia. Monthly consumer prices increased 0.6% in Bulgaria, down from 0.8%, and 0.4% in Croatia, reversing a 0.2% decline.