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Kenya GDP Deflator

Inflation as measured by annual growth rate of GDP implicit deflator  NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG

4.13% +1.08pp (+35.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #132 Global Peak 41.99% (1996) Source World Bank

Kenya GDP Deflator (1961–2025)

Overview

Kenya's gdp deflator stood at 4.13% in 2025, a rise of +1.08pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.13% by 2025. Kenya ranked 132nd globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP Deflator YoY change Rank
2027* trend 3.59% - -
2026* trend 3.86% - -
2025* trend 4.13% - -
2025 4.13% +1.08pp #132
2024 3.05% −2.36pp #70
2023 5.42% −1.54pp #106
2022 6.96% +2.63pp #100
2021 4.33% −0.62pp #100
2020 4.95% +0.67pp #159
2019 4.28% +0.06pp #159
2018 4.22% −3.37pp #140
2017 7.58% +1.73pp #168
2016 5.85% −3.39pp #168
2015 9.24% +1.60pp #192
2014 7.64% +0.30pp #184
2013 7.34% −2.19pp #182
2012 9.52% −0.54pp #182
2011 10.07% +8.43pp #153
Show all years (1961-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Fiscal Dominance Trap
Government debt exceeding 80% of GDP with real interest rates negative and inflation above 10%. Monetary policy effectiveness impaired by fiscal pressures.
Inflation 26.2% Real rate -1.0%
Occurred 386 times, 278 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Real rate
-4.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Real rate
-47.4%
Inflation
28.3%
Real rate
-7.0%
Inflation
91.4%
Real rate
-26.9%
Inflation
13.6%
Real rate
-0.9%
Inflation
133.5%
Real rate
-17.3%

Analysis

Kenya matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gdp deflator improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kenya's gdp deflator?

Kenya's gdp deflator was 4.13% in 2025. Ranked 132nd globally. This represents a 35.3% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp deflator in Kenya?

Kenya's gdp deflator peaked at 41.99% in 1996.

What was the lowest gdp deflator in Kenya?

The lowest gdp deflator in Kenya was -9.22% in 1971.

How does Kenya rank in gdp deflator?

Kenya ranks 132nd globally in gdp deflator as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp deflator?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp deflator of Kenya in 2025?

Kenya's gdp deflator is projected to reach 4.13% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the gdp deflator of Kenya in 2025?

The gdp deflator of Kenya in 2025 was 4.13%. This ranks 132nd in the world.

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