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Canada vs Saudi Arabia Inflation
Canada moved above Saudi Arabia in 1965. In 1964 Saudi Arabia stood at roughly 146% of Canada’s Inflation; today the figure is about 98%.
| Year | Canada | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia as % of Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.36% | 2.8% | 206% |
| 1970 | 3.35% | 0.18% | 5% |
| 1980 | 10.13% | 4.17% | 41% |
| 1990 | 4.78% | 2.08% | 43% |
| 2000 | 2.72% | -1.13% | — |
| 2010 | 1.78% | 5.34% | 300% |
| 2020 | 0.72% | 3.19% | 444% |
| 2025 | 2.07% | 2.04% | 98% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Canada move above Saudi Arabia in Inflation?
In 1965. Canada’s published Inflation rose above Saudi Arabia’s that year.
How do Canada and Saudi Arabia compare today?
Canada is ahead: 2.07% against 2.04% — the trailing economy stands at about 98% of the leader.
Are these Inflation figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in annual %, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: