March Prices Soar Across Essentials

Bahamas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Inflation just hit another record high in March, up 0.35% from February — and that’s on top of last month’s 0.99% spike. Clothing and shoes jumped 2.7%, transportation rose 1.8%, and healthcare climbed 0.5%. Meanwhile, household items like furniture and cleaning supplies got cheaper. Year-over-year, prices are up 3.1%, with restaurants and hotels soaring 17.6% and housing and utilities up 4.4%. Gas and diesel also surged — up 5.4% and 6.4% respectively. The government blames global forces, while critics point to domestic policies. Either way, everyday costs are climbing — from what you wear…