Inflation in Lebanon
Lebanon's consumer price inflation rate stood at 45.24% in January 2024, as measured by the year-over-year change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
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2024-01-01
What Are the Latest Inflation Numbers for Lebanon?
| Indicator | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|
| weo-lbn-inflation | 45.24% | 2024-01-01 |
Data available via API: GET /api/v1/topics/inflation/countries/lb
Lebanon Headline Inflation
Data Sources and Methodology
Lebanon inflation data on WorldPulse is sourced from the national statistical agency via automated data pipelines, primarily through FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data) and direct statistical office feeds. Data is updated automatically as new CPI releases are published.
All time series are point-in-time reconstructed: historical values reflect what was originally published, not retroactively revised figures. This is critical for backtesting and research applications where contamination-free data is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current inflation rate in Lebanon?
As of January 2024, Lebanon's annual inflation rate is 45.24%. This figure represents the year-over-year change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), measuring how the average price of consumer goods and services has changed compared to the same month of the previous year. WorldPulse updates this data automatically as new official statistics are released.
How is inflation measured in Lebanon?
Inflation in Lebanon is primarily measured using the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks the average price change of a fixed basket of consumer goods and services over time. The national statistical agency publishes CPI data covering categories such as food, housing, transportation, healthcare, and apparel. The year-over-year percentage change in CPI is the standard inflation rate reported in official statistics and media.
Where can I find historical inflation data for Lebanon?
WorldPulse provides free access to 1 Lebanon inflation time series, including headline CPI, core inflation, and producer prices. Historical data is available via the WorldPulse API and updated automatically from official statistical sources. All data is point-in-time reconstructed, meaning historical values reflect what was originally published rather than retroactively revised figures.
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# Inflation in Lebanon
GET /api/v1/topics/inflation/countries/lb