Islamabad, 10 June 2025: Global Inflation Rises continues to be a pressing economic concern, as per the latest figures released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Among the most affected nations, Venezuela and Zimbabwe are witnessing runaway inflation, with estimated rates of 180% and 92%, respectively marking the highest globally.
Meanwhile, developed economies reflect relatively controlled inflation levels: 3% in the United States, 3.1% in the United Kingdom, 2.1% in Germany, and a modest 1.3% in France.
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In South Asia, Global Inflation Rises remains evident, with inflationary pressures persisting across key regional economies.
The IMF projects India’s inflation to ease to 4.2% in 2025, down from 5.9% last year, indicating cautious optimism. However, Bangladesh continues to grapple with a 10% inflation rate, while Sri Lanka is expected to hover around 12%.
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In Pakistan, a disparity exists between domestic and global assessments: the government estimates inflation at 4.6%, whereas the IMF places it higher at 5.1%. This Global Inflation Rises trend highlights the widening impact of global economic shifts on both emerging and advanced economies.
