Maldives: Inflation, annual
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The most recent value is 2.54 percent as of May 2026, a decline compared to the previous value of 2.55 percent. Historically, the average for the Maldives from January 1986 to May 2026 is 6.92 percent. The minimum of -9.33 percent was recorded in December 1998, while the maximum of 45.53 percent was reached in September 1993.
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- Measure: percent
- Definition: Percent change in the CPI from the same month last year.
- Source: Maldives Monetary Authority
| Recent values | Maldives: Inflation, annual percent change in the CPI |
|---|---|
| 2026 May | 2.54 |
| 2026 Apr | 2.55 |
| 2026 Mar | -1.72 |
| 2026 Feb | 0.04 |
| 2026 Jan | -0.35 |
| 2025 Dec | 0.37 |
| 2025 Nov | 1.32 |
| 2025 Oct | 3.82 |
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation | 4.0 | 2025 | percent |
| Exchange rate regimes | 6 | 2023 | index points |
| USD exchange rate | 15.4526 | 8/2026 | Local Currency Units per USD |
| Money supply (broad money) | 78.66 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Consumer Price Index (CPI) | 110.0180 | 5/2026 | index points |
| Inflation, monthly | 0.20 | 5/2026 | percent |
| Inflation, annual | 2.54 | 5/2026 | percent |
| Private sector credit | 40.55 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Deposit interest rate | 3.19 | 6/2026 | percent |