Ecuador GDP Deflator
Inflation as measured by annual growth rate of GDP implicit deflator NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG
Ecuador's gdp deflator was 6.14% in 2025, ranked 101st globally. This represents a 22.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Ecuador's gdp deflator stood at 6.14% in 2025, a rise of +1.12pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 6.14% by 2025. Ecuador ranked 101st globally.
Ecuador's GDP Deflator has exhibited significant volatility over the past 65 years, with extreme fluctuations in both directions. The all-time peak of 52.48% in 1974 was a testament to the country's economic growth during the oil boom era, whereas the all-time trough of -26.30% in 1999 highlighted the devastating impact of the Asian financial crisis and a subsequent economic downturn. In recent years, Ecuador's GDP Deflator has been relatively stable, with the latest value of 6.14% ranking it among the top 100 globally, alongside countries like Germany and Belize. The relatively high inflation rate compared to its peers in the region, such as Guatemala, indicates that the Ecuadorian economy remains susceptible to external shocks. A sustained recovery in global commodity prices, particularly oil, could potentially drive Ecuador's GDP Deflator downwards, while a prolonged period of high inflation in neighboring countries could see Ecuador's ranking improve.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP Deflator | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 8.89% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 7.52% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 6.14% | - | - |
| 2025 | 6.14% | +1.12pp | #101 |
| 2024 | 5.01% | +2.73pp | #130 |
| 2023 | 2.28% | −0.06pp | #51 |
| 2022 | 2.35% | +0.17pp | #20 |
| 2021 | 2.17% | +4.00pp | #42 |
| 2020 | -1.83% | −1.77pp | #30 |
| 2019 | -0.06% | −1.88pp | #31 |
| 2018 | 1.82% | +0.89pp | #70 |
| 2017 | 0.93% | −0.24pp | #36 |
| 2016 | 1.17% | +6.65pp | #74 |
| 2015 | -5.48% | −7.53pp | #17 |
| 2014 | 2.05% | −0.61pp | #108 |
| 2013 | 2.67% | −2.34pp | #122 |
| 2012 | 5.00% | −1.83pp | #133 |
| 2011 | 6.84% | −2.18pp | #126 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ecuador matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp deflator improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ecuador's gdp deflator was 6.14% in 2025. Ranked 101st globally. This represents a 22.4% increase from the previous year.
Ecuador's gdp deflator peaked at 52.48% in 1974.
The lowest gdp deflator in Ecuador was -26.30% in 1999.
Ecuador ranks 101st globally in gdp deflator as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.
Ecuador's gdp deflator is projected to reach 6.14% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gdp deflator of Ecuador in 2025 was 6.14%. This ranks 101st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ecuador_gdp-deflator,
title = {Ecuador GDP Deflator},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ecuador/gdp-deflator/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}