Netherlands Inflation Rate — 2026 CPI Data, Trend & Outlook
The Netherlands' inflation rate was 3.16% in July 2026, up from 2.91% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.94%.
The Netherlands' inflation rate stands at 3.16% as of July 2026. Over the latest readings, the inflation rate has moved within a band of -0.41% to 14.53%. The most recent figure of 3.16% is up from 2.91% a month earlier, and is 0.23% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 193 economies tracked on this platform, Netherlands ranks #96 on inflation rate by latest value. It rose from 2.91% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 2.94%.
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 |
|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | 3.16% |
| Jun 2026 | 2.91% |
| May 2026 | 3.50% |
| Apr 2026 | 2.81% |
| Mar 2026 | 2.68% |
| Feb 2026 | 2.38% |
| Jan 2026 | 2.45% |
| Dec 2025 | 2.77% |
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 the Netherlands Right Now (2026)?
The Netherlands' inflation rate was 3.16% in July 2026, up from 2.91% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 2.94%.
Is the inflation rate rising or falling in the Netherlands?
It rose in the latest reading — 3.16% in July 2026 versus 2.91% 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).