Dubai's inflation down 0.43% in October

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Dubai's inflation rate registered a marginal drop of 0.43% last month, compared to September. According to the Statistics Centre, the decline in consumer prices was mainly driven by a fall in the cost of transport, furnishings, household equipment, food and beverages. The report shows tobacco, clothing, health, communication and education prices remained stable. However, housing and utilities, as well as recreation and eating out have become more expensive.

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