Denmark Inflation Rate — 2026 CPI Data, Trend & Outlook
Denmark's inflation rate was 2.05% in August 2026, up from 1.73% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.01%.
Denmark's inflation rate stands at 2.05% as of August 2026. Over the latest readings, the inflation rate has moved within a band of 0.00% to 10.11%. The most recent figure of 2.05% is up from 1.73% a month earlier, and is 0.04% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 193 economies tracked on this platform, Denmark ranks #130 on inflation rate by latest value. It rose from 1.73% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 2.01%.
What's driving it
Inflation is shaped by energy and food prices, the exchange rate, wage growth and the stance of monetary policy; central banks lift interest rates to cool it and ease when it falls back toward target.
Recent readings
| Period | Inflation rate |
|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | 2.05% |
| Jul 2026 | 1.73% |
| Jun 2026 | 1.88% |
| May 2026 | 1.89% |
| Apr 2026 | 1.36% |
| Mar 2026 | 1.18% |
| Feb 2026 | 0.72% |
| Jan 2026 | 0.79% |
Data: Source: OECD (terms permit extract/distribute, incl. commercial, with citation). Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the Inflation Rate in Denmark Right Now (2026)?
Denmark's inflation rate was 2.05% in August 2026, up from 1.73% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.01%.
Is the inflation rate rising or falling in Denmark?
It rose in the latest reading — 2.05% in August 2026 versus 1.73% a month earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is inflation rate?
It measures how fast consumer prices are rising, measured by the consumer price index (CPI).