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France vs Canada Inflation
Canada moved above France in 1966. In 1960 France stood at roughly 305% of Canada’s Inflation; today the figure is about 46%, and the pair was closest in 1973 (99%).
| Year | France | Canada | Canada as % of France |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.36% | 4.14% | 305% |
| 1970 | 3.35% | 5.3% | 158% |
| 1980 | 10.13% | 13.56% | 134% |
| 1990 | 4.78% | 3.19% | 67% |
| 2000 | 2.72% | 1.67% | 61% |
| 2010 | 1.78% | 1.53% | 86% |
| 2020 | 0.72% | 0.48% | 67% |
| 2025 | 2.07% | 0.94% | 46% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Canada move above France in Inflation?
In 1966. Canada’s published Inflation rose above France’s that year.
How do France and Canada compare today?
Canada is ahead: 2.07% against 0.94% — the trailing economy stands at about 46% 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: