Inflation rates in the United Arab Emirates
The inflation rate for consumer prices in the United Arab Emirates moved over the past 14 years between -2.1% and 12.3%. For 2022, an inflation rate of 4.8% was calculated.During the observation period from 2008 to 2022, the average inflation rate was 2.2% per year. Overall, the price increase was 35.18%. An item that cost 100 dirhams in 2008 costs 135.18 dirhams at the beginning of 2023.
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Performance over the last 14 years compared with the USA
In only a few countries are negative inflation rates achieved. This means that the general price level is declining and consumer prices get cheaper. This is called deflation. In comparison to most other countries, the drastic price increases are no longer average. Usually this is a sign of political and economic turmoil.Performance based on 100% in 2007:
Inflation calculator for the United Arab Emirates
Enter any amount, an initial year and an end year here. You will then be provided with the original amount after inflation. Example: 1,000 dirhams in 2008 corresponds to 1,351.78 dirhams at the beginning of 2023 due to inflation.Inflation rates for consumer goods in the United Arab Emirates
Historical inflation rates in comparison
| Year | United Arab Emirates | Ø EU | Ø USA | Ø World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4.83 % | 9.22 % | 8.00 % | 8.31 % |
| 2021 | -0.01 % | 2.55 % | 4.70 % | 3.48 % |
| 2020 | -2.08 % | 0.48 % | 1.23 % | 1.92 % |
| 2019 | -1.93 % | 1.63 % | 1.81 % | 2.19 % |
| 2018 | 3.07 % | 1.74 % | 2.44 % | 2.44 % |
| 2017 | 1.97 % | 1.43 % | 2.13 % | 2.19 % |
| 2016 | 1.62 % | 0.18 % | 1.26 % | 1.55 % |
| 2015 | 4.07 % | -0.06 % | 0.12 % | 1.43 % |
| 2014 | 2.35 % | 0.20 % | 1.62 % | 2.35 % |
| 2013 | 1.10 % | 1.22 % | 1.46 % | 2.62 % |
| 2012 | 0.66 % | 2.66 % | 2.07 % | 3.73 % |
| 2011 | 0.88 % | 3.29 % | 3.16 % | 4.82 % |
| 2010 | 0.88 % | 1.53 % | 1.64 % | 3.35 % |
| 2009 | 1.56 % | 0.84 % | -0.36 % | 2.94 % |
| 2008 | 12.25 % | 4.16 % | 3.84 % | 8.95 % |
Data basis: International Monetary Fund, World Bank and OECD Inflation CPI indicator (doi:10.1787/eee82e6e-en)
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