Greece Inflation Rate — 2026 CPI Data, Trend & Outlook
Greece's inflation rate was 5.22% in May 2026, down from 5.45% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.48%.
Greece's inflation rate stands at 5.22% as of May 2026. The inflation rate currently sits at 5.22% (down from 5.45% in the prior month). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -2.32% and 12.09%, and is 2.75% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 193 economies tracked on this platform, Greece ranks #49 on inflation rate by latest value. It fell from 5.45% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 2.48%.
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 |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | 5.22% |
| Apr 2026 | 5.45% |
| Mar 2026 | 3.90% |
| Feb 2026 | 2.67% |
| Jan 2026 | 2.50% |
| Dec 2025 | 2.59% |
| Nov 2025 | 2.43% |
| Oct 2025 | 1.99% |
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 Greece Right Now (2026)?
Greece's inflation rate was 5.22% in May 2026, down from 5.45% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.48%.
Is the inflation rate rising or falling in Greece?
It fell in the latest reading — 5.22% in May 2026 versus 5.45% 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).