Rising fuel prices are affecting every part of the economy in Cyprus, according to Consumer Price Index figures reported by the newspaper Haravgi.
The paper said the index rose 5.2% year-on-year.
Energy prices rose 15%, and transport rose 9.8%.
Housing, water, electricity and other fuels rose 6.51%.
Haravgi said the figures show that rising costs are no longer limited to specific products but are affecting every part of household budgets.
The paper said small businesses are among those hit hardest by the price increases.
