Economic consequences of the war in Ukraine

Question for written answer  E-002199/2022
to the Commission
Rule 138
Tom Vandendriessche (ID)

On 24 February 2022, Russian troops invaded Ukraine. For both Russia and Ukraine, the EU and the rest of the world, the socio-economic consequences of the war are severe.

• 1.In the EU and in each of the Member States (which, in many instances, have concluded different contracts), what has been the percentage increase since 24 February 2022 in prices for commodities such as natural gas, liquefied gas and crude oil?
• 2.In the EU and in each individual Member State, what has been the percentage increase since 24 February 2022 in prices for basic goods such as food in general, and cereals, bread and fresh vegetables in particular, as well as for electricity and for petrol and diesel at filling stations?
• 3.By how many percentage points has inflation risen in the EU and in each individual Member State since 24 February 2022?