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German inflation confirmed at 2.1% in May

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Posted on June 13, 2025

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German inflation confirmed at 2.1% in May
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BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation eased to 2.1% in May, the federal statistics office said on Friday, confirming preliminary data. German consumer prices, harmonised to compare with other European

German inflation confirmed at 2.1% in May

BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation eased to 2.1% in May, the federal statistics office said on Friday, confirming preliminary data.

German consumer prices, harmonised to compare with other European Union countries, had risen by 2.2% year-on-year in April.

(Reporting by Rachel More, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Key Takeaways

  • German inflation rate confirmed at 2.1% for May.
  • Inflation eased from April's 2.2% rate.
  • Data harmonised for EU comparison.
  • Statistics provided by the federal office.
  • Reflects changes in consumer prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the inflation rate in Germany for May?
German inflation eased to 2.1% in May, as confirmed by the federal statistics office.
How did the inflation rate in April compare to May?
In April, German consumer prices had risen by 2.2% year-on-year.
Who reported the inflation data?
The data was reported by the federal statistics office in Germany.

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