Inflation in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rate stood at 1.24% in January 2024, as measured by the year-over-year change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
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What Are the Latest Inflation Numbers for Sri Lanka?
| Indicator | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|
| weo-lka-inflation | 1.24% | 2024-01-01 |
Data available via API: GET /api/v1/topics/inflation/countries/lk
Sri Lanka Headline Inflation
Data Sources and Methodology
Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?
As of January 2024, Sri Lanka's annual inflation rate is 1.24%. 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 Sri Lanka?
Inflation in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?
WorldPulse provides free access to 1 Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka
GET /api/v1/topics/inflation/countries/lk