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Germany vs Italy Inflation
Germany moved above Italy in 1961. In 1960 Italy stood at roughly 153% of Germany’s Inflation; today the figure is about 71%, and the pair was closest in 1993 (103%).
| Year | Germany | Italy | Italy as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.54% | 2.35% | 153% |
| 1970 | 3.45% | 4.97% | 144% |
| 1980 | 5.44% | 21.06% | 387% |
| 1990 | 2.7% | 6.46% | 239% |
| 2000 | 1.44% | 2.54% | 176% |
| 2010 | 1.1% | 1.53% | 138% |
| 2020 | 0.14% | -0.14% | — |
| 2025 | 2.17% | 1.53% | 71% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany move above Italy in Inflation?
In 1961. Germany’s published Inflation rose above Italy’s that year.
How do Germany and Italy compare today?
Germany is ahead: 2.17% against 1.53% — the trailing economy stands at about 71% 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: