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German inflation eases to 2.1% in May

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Posted on May 30, 2025

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German inflation eases to 2.1% in May
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BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation eased further in May but slowing less than forecast to 2.1%, preliminary data from the federal statistics office showed on Friday. Analysts polled by Reuters had

German Inflation Rate Drops to 2.1% in May, Slightly Above Expectations

BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation eased further in May but slowing less than forecast to 2.1%, preliminary data from the federal statistics office showed on Friday.

Analysts polled by Reuters had forecast a reading of 2.0%, after a year-on-year increase in consumer prices of 2.2% in April, based on data harmonised to compare with other European countries.

(Reporting by Rachel More, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Key Takeaways

  • German inflation rate decreased to 2.1% in May.
  • The rate was slightly above the expected 2.0%.
  • April's inflation rate was recorded at 2.2%.
  • Data is harmonised for European comparison.
  • Preliminary data was released by the federal statistics office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the inflation rate in Germany for May?
The inflation rate in Germany for May was 2.1%, according to preliminary data.
How does the May inflation rate compare to April?
The inflation rate in April was 2.2%, indicating a slight decrease in May.
What did analysts predict for the May inflation rate?
Analysts had forecasted a reading of 2.0% for May, which was slightly below the actual figure.

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