Current inflation Nederland 2.9%

November 2025

Current Inflation

Inflation is high at 3.3%, well above the ECB target.

Historical Context

Current inflation is 1.3% lower than the 5-year average of 4.6%.

5-year average
4.6%
10-year average
3%
All-time high (1975)
10.2%
All-time low (1987)
-0.5%

Trend

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

ECB Target

Inflation is 1.3% above the ECB target of 2.0%. This means purchasing power is declining faster than intended.

Purchasing Power

At this inflation rate, purchasing power noticeably decreases. Without a salary increase, you can buy less with the same money.

What you could buy for €100 this year will cost approximately €103.30 next year at this inflation rate.

Last 12 months

5-year trend

Statistics

This year (avg.)
3.3%
Last year
3.3%
5-year average
3.3%
All-time high (1975)
10.2%