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Zimbabwe Consumer Price Index

Consumer price index (2010 = 100)  FP.CPI.TOTL

17,406.91 +6,330.31 (+57.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #3 Global Peak 17,406.91 (2025) Source World Bank

Zimbabwe Consumer Price Index (2009–2025)

Overview

Zimbabwe's consumer price index stood at 17,406.91 in 2025, a rise of +6,330.31 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 17,406.91 by 2025. Zimbabwe ranked 3rd globally.

Data & projection

Year Consumer Price Index YoY change Rank
2025* trend 17,406.91 - -
2025 17,406.91 +6,330.31 #3
2022 11,076.60 +5,665.60 #175
2021 5,411.00 +2,685.69 #174
2020 2,725.31 +2,310.63 #174
2019 414.68 +297.97 #176
2018 116.71 +11.20 #72
2017 105.51 +0.93 #11
2016 104.57 −1.64 #12
2015 106.21 −2.65 #21
2014 108.86 −0.22 #54
2013 109.08 +1.75 #77
2012 107.32 +3.85 #75
2011 103.47 +3.47 #66
2010 100.00 +2.93 #190
2009 97.07 #98
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 736.1% GDP growth 1.7% Unemployment 9.4%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

Zimbabwe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw consumer price index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zimbabwe's consumer price index?

Zimbabwe's consumer price index was 17,406.91 in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 57.2% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest consumer price index in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe's consumer price index peaked at 17,406.91 in 2025.

What was the lowest consumer price index in Zimbabwe?

The lowest consumer price index in Zimbabwe was 97.07 in 2009.

How does Zimbabwe rank in consumer price index?

Zimbabwe ranks 3rd globally in consumer price index as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for consumer price index?

The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected consumer price index of Zimbabwe in 2025?

Zimbabwe's consumer price index is projected to reach 17,406.91 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the consumer price index of Zimbabwe in 2025?

The consumer price index of Zimbabwe in 2025 was 17,406.91. This ranks 3rd in the world.

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