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Lao PDR GDP Deflator

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

24.22% +10.17pp (+72.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #14 Global Peak 127.97% (1999) Source World Bank

Lao PDR GDP Deflator (1985–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's gdp deflator stood at 24.22% in 2025, a rise of +10.17pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 24.22% by 2025. Lao PDR ranked 14th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP Deflator YoY change Rank
2027* trend 31.97% - -
2026* trend 28.09% - -
2025* trend 24.22% - -
2025 24.22% +10.17pp #14
2024 14.05% −10.37pp #176
2023 24.42% +8.65pp #188
2022 15.77% +12.06pp #171
2021 3.71% −1.32pp #90
2020 5.03% +3.84pp #160
2019 1.20% −0.72pp #69
2018 1.92% +0.07pp #79
2017 1.85% −1.17pp #73
2016 3.02% +0.67pp #136
2015 2.35% −3.38pp #106
2014 5.73% −0.75pp #169
2013 6.47% −1.05pp #177
2012 7.53% −2.94pp #165
2011 10.47% +1.27pp #157
Show all years (1985-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +12.3% GDP growth 3.7% C/A balance 2.6%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Lao PDR matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp deflator improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lao PDR's gdp deflator?

Lao PDR's gdp deflator was 24.22% in 2025. Ranked 14th globally. This represents a 72.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp deflator in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's gdp deflator peaked at 127.97% in 1999.

What was the lowest gdp deflator in Lao PDR?

The lowest gdp deflator in Lao PDR was -2.93% in 2009.

How does Lao PDR rank in gdp deflator?

Lao PDR ranks 14th 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 Lao PDR in 2025?

Lao PDR's gdp deflator is projected to reach 24.22% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the gdp deflator of Lao PDR in 2025?

The gdp deflator of Lao PDR in 2025 was 24.22%. This ranks 14th in the world.

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