Inflation Rate (CPI): Myanmar

Analysis# Myanmar Inflation Rate (CPI) Myanmar's inflation rate stands at 28% in 2026, reflecting a dramatic economic shift from the low single-digit inflation of the 2010s. The current level remains substantially below the all-time peak of 47.5% recorded in 2003, yet represents a sharp reversal from the deflationary environment of 2001 (-19.8%). Since 1998, Myanmar's inflation has declined 40.8 percentage points overall, masking severe volatility across three decades. A critical turning point emerged in 2022, when inflation surged to 28% after years of relative stability. The spike intensified through 2025, reaching 31% before moderating slightly to 28% in 2026. This sustained elevation reflects underlying economic pressures that have persisted since Myanmar's 2021 military coup, disrupting monetary stability and currency performance. Projections suggest inflation may stabilize near current levels rather than return to pre-2022 trends.