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Prices have increased compared to August 2011

The consumer price index for Sint Maarten has increased in the month of October 2011 by 0.3 percent compared to that of August 2011. 

When comparing average consumer prices over a twelve month period (Oct. 2010 to Oct. 2011), it can be noted that an increase of 3.9 percent was recorded compared to the same period one year earlier. The rate of inflation has shown steady growth since April 2011.

Prices have increased compared to June 2011

The consumer price index for Sint Maarten has remained stable in the month of August 2011 compared to that of June 2011.

When comparing average consumer prices over a twelve month period (Aug. 2010 to Aug. 2011), it can be noted that an increase of 3.2 percent was recorded compared to the same period one year earlier.

Real Growth on St. Maarten continued to decline in 2010

Preliminary results for 2010, show an overall decrease in economic activities on St. Maarten of 1.6 percent compared to 2009. In 2009, real growth contracted slightly by 0.9 percent.

This estimated real change in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), is based on a Partial Economic Activity Index (PEAI), as well as results of the business cycle survey.