Thailand's inflation eased more than expected in May helped by lower domestic oil prices and measures taken by the government to curb the cost of living, the Ministry of Commerce said in a report on Monday.
Inflation dropped to 2.27 percent from 2.42 percent a month ago, while it was seen at 2.35 percent.
However, on a monthly basis, the increase in consumer prices rose to 0.24 percent from 0.16 percent in the previous month.
Core inflation that excludes energy and food costs, slipped to 0.94 percent in May from 1.18 percent in the previous month.
The central bank last week reduced its policy rate for the first time this year to support domestic demand amid tepid economic growth. The benchmark policy rate was cut by 25 basis points to 2.50 percent.
Policymakers said inflation remained well within the target and monetary policy has room to further cushion against downside risks to domestic demand.
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