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Canada vs Switzerland Inflation
Canada moved above Switzerland in 1968. In 1960 Switzerland stood at roughly 106% of Canada’s Inflation; today the figure is about 7%, and the pair was closest in 2008 (102%).
| Year | Canada | Switzerland | Switzerland as % of Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.36% | 1.44% | 106% |
| 1970 | 3.35% | 3.62% | 108% |
| 1980 | 10.13% | 4.02% | 40% |
| 1990 | 4.78% | 5.4% | 113% |
| 2000 | 2.72% | 1.56% | 57% |
| 2010 | 1.78% | 0.69% | 39% |
| 2020 | 0.72% | -0.73% | — |
| 2025 | 2.07% | 0.15% | 7% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Canada move above Switzerland in Inflation?
In 1968. Canada’s published Inflation rose above Switzerland’s that year.
How do Canada and Switzerland compare today?
Canada is ahead: 2.07% against 0.15% — the trailing economy stands at about 7% 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: