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German inflation confirmed at 2.7% y/y in May

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Posted on June 12, 2026

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· Last updated: June 12, 2026

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German Inflation Rate Confirmed at 2.7% Year-on-Year for May 2024

Overview of German Inflation Figures for May 2024

Official Confirmation of Inflation Data

FRANKFURT, June 12 (Reuters) - German inflation eased slightly to 2.7% in May, the federal statistics office said on Friday, confirming preliminary data.

Comparison with Previous Month

Inflation, or the gain in consumer prices harmonised to compare with other European Union countries, stood at 2.9% year-on-year in April.

Source and Reporting

(Reporting by Ludwig Burger, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Key Takeaways

  • Germany’s HICP inflation slowed to 2.7% in May, confirming preliminary figures and down from 2.9% in April (bundesbank.de)
  • Energy and food inflation moderated significantly, but core inflation (excluding energy and food) rose to around 2.5%–2.6% (bundesbank.de)
  • Euro‑area inflation remains higher, with a flash estimate of 3.2% in May, putting Germany below the euro‑area average (agenceurope.eu)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the inflation rate in Germany for May 2024?
German inflation was confirmed at 2.7% year-on-year in May 2024.
How does May's inflation rate compare to April's in Germany?
May's inflation rate of 2.7% is slightly lower than April's rate of 2.9%.
Who released the German inflation data for May?
The data was released by the German federal statistics office.
How are Germany's inflation figures harmonised?
German inflation figures are harmonised to enable comparison with other European Union countries.
Who reported and edited the German inflation news?
Ludwig Burger reported the news, with editing by Thomas Seythal.

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