The annual inflation rate in Albania eased to 2.3% in August 2025 from 2.5% in July, driven by slower price growth in food and non-alcoholic beverages (2.5% vs 3.2% in July), alcoholic beverages and tobacco (3.3% vs 3.4%), clothing & footwear (0.6% vs 0.9%), communication (1.2% vs 1.5%), and rec