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German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October

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Posted on November 12, 2025

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BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation slowed slightly in October to 2.3%, the federal statistics office said on Wednesday, confirming preliminary data. Inflation, or consumer prices harmonised to compare

German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October

BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation slowed slightly in October to 2.3%, the federal statistics office said on Wednesday, confirming preliminary data.

Inflation, or consumer prices harmonised to compare with other European Union countries, stood at 2.4% year-on-year in September.

The statistics office gives more detailed monthly data on its website.

(Reporting by Miranda Murray and Ludwig Burger)

Key Takeaways

  • German inflation rate confirmed at 2.3% for October.
  • Slight decrease from September's 2.4% inflation rate.
  • Data harmonised for EU comparison.
  • Statistics provided by the federal office.
  • Detailed monthly data available online.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is inflation?
Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. It is typically measured annually and can impact economic stability.
What is monetary policy?
Monetary policy refers to the actions taken by a country's central bank to control the money supply and interest rates to achieve macroeconomic objectives such as controlling inflation and stabilizing currency.

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