Inflation down to 1.4% in March after 4 straight gains (2)

(ANSA) - Rome, March 31 - Italian inflation fell from 1.6% in February to 1.4% in March, ISTAT said in its preliminary estimates Friday.
    The fall came after four straight rises, the statistics agency said.
    ISTAT said the fall was largely due to the prices of fruit and vegetables.
    Italy's inflation 'trolley' of most frequently bought goods rose 2.3% in March compared to a February gain of 3.1%, ISTAT said.