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Germany vs Saudi Arabia Inflation
Germany moved above Saudi Arabia in 1965. In 1964 Saudi Arabia stood at roughly 120% of Germany’s Inflation; today the figure is about 94%, and the pair was closest in 2021 (102%).
| Year | Germany | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.54% | 2.8% | 182% |
| 1970 | 3.45% | 0.18% | 5% |
| 1980 | 5.44% | 4.17% | 77% |
| 1990 | 2.7% | 2.08% | 77% |
| 2000 | 1.44% | -1.13% | — |
| 2010 | 1.1% | 5.34% | 484% |
| 2020 | 0.14% | 3.19% | 2200% |
| 2025 | 2.17% | 2.04% | 94% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany move above Saudi Arabia in Inflation?
In 1965. Germany’s published Inflation rose above Saudi Arabia’s that year.
How do Germany and Saudi Arabia compare today?
Germany is ahead: 2.17% against 2.04% — the trailing economy stands at about 94% 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: