Sri Lanka GDP Deflator
Inflation as measured by annual growth rate of GDP implicit deflator NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG
Sri Lanka's gdp deflator was 18.85% in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 391.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1962–2025.
Overview
Sri Lanka's gdp deflator stood at 18.85% in 2025, a rise of +15.01pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 18.85% by 2025. Sri Lanka ranked 20th globally.
Sri Lanka's GDP deflator has exhibited considerable fluctuations over the past six decades, with a notable peak of 47.46% in 2022, and a trough of -2.35% in 1962. The country's inflationary pressures have been a persistent concern, with the latest deflator standing at 18.85%, ranking 20th globally. This is closely comparable to Mongolia's 18.65% and slightly higher than American Samoa's 19.84%. The deflator has generally trended upwards, with a few brief periods of relative stability. The sharp increase in 2022 marked a significant departure from the lower inflation rates experienced in the preceding years. A sustained period of economic recovery and stable monetary policy would be necessary to alter the trajectory of Sri Lanka's GDP deflator, which currently suggests an ongoing struggle with inflationary pressures. A decrease in global commodity prices or a more effective management of fiscal policy could potentially contribute to a reduction in Sri Lanka's inflation rate.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP Deflator | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 20.88% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 19.87% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 18.85% | - | - |
| 2025 | 18.85% | +15.01pp | #20 |
| 2024 | 3.84% | −12.83pp | #100 |
| 2023 | 16.67% | −30.80pp | #181 |
| 2022 | 47.46% | +39.44pp | #200 |
| 2021 | 8.02% | +4.92pp | #147 |
| 2020 | 3.10% | −0.77pp | #133 |
| 2019 | 3.87% | −0.42pp | #153 |
| 2018 | 4.30% | −1.18pp | #142 |
| 2017 | 5.47% | +0.03pp | #153 |
| 2016 | 5.44% | +2.43pp | #166 |
| 2015 | 3.01% | +1.09pp | #126 |
| 2014 | 1.92% | −4.33pp | #102 |
| 2013 | 6.25% | −4.21pp | #175 |
| 2012 | 10.46% | +6.48pp | #186 |
| 2011 | 3.98% | −22.95pp | #88 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sri Lanka matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp deflator improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sri Lanka's gdp deflator was 18.85% in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 391.1% increase from the previous year.
Sri Lanka's gdp deflator peaked at 47.46% in 2022.
The lowest gdp deflator in Sri Lanka was -2.35% in 1962.
Sri Lanka ranks 20th globally in gdp deflator as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.DEFL.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sri Lanka's gdp deflator is projected to reach 18.85% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gdp deflator of Sri Lanka in 2025 was 18.85%. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
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