BAThe article discusses the discrepancy between slowing inflation rates and the continued rise in prices experienced by citizens in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). According to data from the Central Bank of BiH, overall inflation has slowed, but fundamental inflation remains relatively high. Professor Amila Pilav-Velić explains that price pressures now stem more from domestic factors rather than global shocks, particularly in sectors like housing, services, and utilities. She notes that while fuel prices have decreased, retail prices remain high due to asymmetric cost-passing mechanisms, weak competition, and retailers' desire to maintain profit margins. The article highlights that average wages still fail to keep up with rising living costs, with union data showing that average salaries cover only around 49.5% of the cost of a typical basket of goods in May 2026.
Bias read (Center): The article presents an objective analysis of economic conditions without overtly favoring any political ideology. It relies on expert commentary and statistical data to explain the disconnect between inflation trends and everyday price experiences. While it highlights systemic issues such as market
