Germany Inflation Rate
2.8%▲ +0.48 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Germany's annual inflation rate rose to 2.78% in July 2026 from 2.30% in the prior month. The reading remained well below the all-time high of 8.82% recorded in October 2022. The series dates back to January 1956.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8% | 2.3% | 8.8%Oct 2022 | -1.0%Jul 2020 | 1956 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Producer Price Inflation | 2.0% | 0.4% | 29.5% | -6.2% | Apr 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Inflation Rate in Germany averaged 2.1% from 1956 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 8.8% in Oct 2022 and a record low of -1.0% in Jul 2020. The series is reported monthly with history from 1956.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the average change in prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. The annual inflation rate is calculated as the percentage change in the index compared with the same month a year earlier. Data are reported monthly and the series is available from January 1956.
Source & methodology
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