Rankings
2026 Inflation Rate by Country: Venezuela Tops the List
50 countries ranked·Source: CIA World Factbook·Last updated: 2023
In 2026, the inflation rate by country reveals staggering figures, with Venezuela leading at an alarming 200.9%. Following closely are Sudan at 138.8% and Zimbabwe at 104.7%. Understanding these inflation rates is crucial for grasping the economic challenges faced by these nations, as reported by the CIA World Factbook.
Key Facts
- Venezuela's inflation rate of 200.9% is the highest in the world.
- Sudan's inflation rate reached 138.8%, indicating severe economic instability.
- Zimbabwe, once known for hyperinflation, now stands at 104.7%.
- Syria and South Sudan also face high inflation rates of 94.1% and 91.4%, respectively.
- These rates highlight the ongoing economic crises in these countries.
Top 50 Ranking
| # | Countries | Inflation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Venezuela | 200.9% |
| 2 |  Sudan | 138.8% |
| 3 |  Zimbabwe | 104.7% |
| 4 |  Syria | 94.1% |
| 5 |  South Sudan | 91.4% |
| 6 |  Cuba | 76.1% |
| 7 |  Argentina | 73.1% |
| 8 |  Turkey | 58.5% |
| 9 |  Gaza, Gaza Strip | 53.7% |
| 10 |  West Bank | 53.7% |
| 11 |  Lebanon | 45.2% |
| 12 |  DRC | 41.5% |
| 13 |  Nigeria | 33.2% |
| 14 |  Iran | 32.5% |
| 15 |  Malawi | 32.2% |
| 16 |  Yemen | 29.1% |
| 17 |  Sierra Leone | 28.6% |
| 18 |  Egypt | 28.3% |
| 19 |  Angola | 28.2% |
| 20 |  Haiti | 26.9% |
| 21 |  Laos | 23.1% |
| 22 |  Ghana | 22.8% |
| 23 |  Ethiopia | 21.0% |
| 24 |  Burundi | 20.2% |
| 25 |  Suriname | 16.2% |
| 26 |  Zambia | 15.0% |
| 27 |  Sao Tome and Principe | 14.4% |
| 28 |  Pakistan | 12.6% |
| 29 |  The Gambia | 11.6% |
| 30 |  Turkmenistan | 11.5% |
| 31 |  Tuvalu | 11.5% |
| 32 |  Vanuatu | 11.2% |
| 33 |  Kyrgyzstan | 10.8% |
| 34 |  Cook Islands | 10.6% |
| 35 |  Bangladesh | 10.5% |
| 36 |  Liberia | 10.1% |
| 37 |  Madagascar | 9.9% |
| 38 |  Uzbekistan | 9.6% |
| 39 |  Kiribati | 9.3% |
| 40 |  Niger | 9.1% |
| 41 |  Chad | 8.9% |
| 42 |  Burma | 8.8% |
| 43 |  Kazakhstan | 8.8% |
| 44 |  British Virgin Islands | 8.5% |
| 45 |  Turks and Caicos Islands | 8.5% |
| 46 |  Guinea | 8.1% |
| 47 |  Tajikistan | 7.7% |
| 48 |  Eritrea | 7.4% |
| 49 |  Tunisia | 7.2% |
| 50 |  Nepal | 7.1% |
Methodology & Data Source
The inflation rates are collected from various national statistics and compiled by the CIA World Factbook, measuring the annual percentage change in consumer prices.
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Bamwor. (2023). Countries by Inflation 2023. Bamwor World Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2026-05-03, from https://bamwor.com/en/countries-by-inflationBibTeX
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author = {Bamwor},
title = {Countries by Inflation 2023},
year = {2023},
url = {https://bamwor.com/en/countries-by-inflation},
note = {Bamwor World Encyclopedia. Accessed 2026-05-03}
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