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Japan vs Mexico Inflation
Mexico moved above Japan in 1961. In 1960 Japan stood at roughly 73% of Mexico’s Inflation; today the figure is about 83%, and the pair was closest in 1972 (98%).
| Year | Japan | Mexico | Mexico as % of Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 4.93% | 3.57% | 73% |
| 1970 | 5% | 6.92% | 138% |
| 1980 | 26.35% | 7.78% | 30% |
| 1990 | 26.65% | 3.08% | 12% |
| 2000 | 9.49% | -0.68% | — |
| 2010 | 4.16% | -0.73% | — |
| 2020 | 3.4% | -0.02% | — |
| 2025 | 3.81% | 3.17% | 83% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Mexico move above Japan in Inflation?
In 1961. Mexico’s published Inflation rose above Japan’s that year.
How do Japan and Mexico compare today?
Mexico is ahead: 3.81% against 3.17% — the trailing economy stands at about 83% 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: