Inflation as measured by annual growth rate of GDP implicit deflator NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG
3.75%−0.17pp (-4.4%)
Year 2025Rank #143 GlobalPeak 23.05% (1980)Source World Bank
South Africa GDP Deflator (1961–2025)
Overview
South Africa's gdp deflator stood at 3.75% in 2025, a decline of +0.17pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.75% by 2025. South Africa ranked 143rd globally.
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. 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 South Africa's gdp deflator?▾
South Africa's gdp deflator was 3.75% in 2025. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 4.4% decrease from the previous year.
What was the highest gdp deflator in South Africa?▾
South Africa's gdp deflator peaked at 23.05% in 1980.
What was the lowest gdp deflator in South Africa?▾
The lowest gdp deflator in South Africa was 0.18% in 1962.
How does South Africa rank in gdp deflator?▾
South Africa ranks 143rd 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 South Africa in 2025?▾
South Africa's gdp deflator is projected to reach 3.75% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
What is the gdp deflator of South Africa in 2025?▾
The gdp deflator of South Africa in 2025 was 3.75%. This ranks 143rd in the world.
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South Africa GDP Deflator. HistorySaid. Retrieved April 2, 2026, from https://historysaid.com/south-africa/gdp-deflator
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@misc{historysaid_south-africa_gdp-deflator,
title = {South Africa GDP Deflator},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/gdp-deflator},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}