Current inflation 香港 1.4%

February 2025

Current Inflation

Inflation is low at 1.7%, below the ECB target of 2%.

Historical Context

Current inflation is around the 5-year average of 1.8%.

5-year average
1.8%
10-year average
1.8%
All-time high (2011)
5.3%
All-time low (2020)
0.2%

Trend

Inflation has remained relatively stable. Compared to 2024, the difference is minimal (+0.0 percentage point).

ECB Target

Inflation is 0.3% below the ECB target of 2.0%. Too low inflation may indicate economic weakness.

Purchasing Power

At this inflation rate, purchasing power gradually decreases. The impact on daily expenses is relatively limited.

What you could buy for €100 this year will cost approximately €101.70 next year at this inflation rate.

Last 12 months

5-year trend

Statistics

This year (avg.)
1.7%
Last year
1.7%
5-year average
1.7%
All-time high (2011)
5.3%