Laos: Inflation, annual
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The most recent value is 7.7 percent as of August 2026, an increase compared to the previous value of 7.6 percent. Historically, the average for Laos from January 2001 to August 2026 is 8.11 percent. The minimum of -1.82 percent was recorded in August 2009, while the maximum of 41.26 percent was reached in February 2023.
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- Measure: percent
- Definition: Percent change in the CPI from the same month last year.
- Source: Bank of the Lao P.D.R
| Recent values | Laos: Inflation, annual percent change in the CPI |
|---|---|
| 2026 Aug | 7.7 |
| 2026 Jul | 7.6 |
| 2026 Jun | 7.4 |
| 2026 May | 9.06 |
| 2026 Apr | 10.16 |
| 2026 Mar | 9.74 |
| 2026 Feb | 6.24 |
| 2026 Jan | 5.16 |
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation | 7.7 | 2025 | percent |
| Exchange rate regimes | 5 | 2023 | index points |
| USD exchange rate | 22,473.0716 | 10/2026 | Local Currency Units per USD |
| Money supply (broad money) | 375,565.97 | 5/2026 | billion |
| Consumer Price Index (CPI) | 274.1000 | 8/2026 | index points |
| Inflation, monthly | 0.85 | 8/2026 | percent |
| Inflation, annual | 7.70 | 8/2026 | percent |
| Private sector credit | 227,199.17 | 5/2026 | billion |
| Deposit interest rate | 6.81 | 5/2026 | percent |