Switzerland's consumer price inflation eased marginally in June after remaining stable in the previous month, the Federal Statistical Office reported on Thursday.
The consumer price index climbed 0.5% yearly in June as expected, slower than the 0.6% steady increase in May.
Prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages continued to decline by 1.2%, and health costs were 0.4% less expensive. Meanwhile, transport charges increased 1.8%, and education costs were 2.6% higher.
Excluding unprocessed food and energy, core inflation held steady at 0.3%.
On a monthly basis, consumer prices remained flat versus a 0.2% gain in May. Prices were expected to rise by 0.1%.
