Saudi Arabia Inflation Rate

The inflation rate in Saudi Arabia was recorded at 4 percent in April of 2013. Inflation Rate in Saudi Arabia is reported by the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency. Historically, from 2000 until 2013, Saudi Arabia Inflation Rate averaged 2.79 Percent reaching an all time high of 11.10 Percent in July of 2008 and a record low of -2 Percent in January of 2001. In Saudi Arabia, the most important categories in the consumer price index are Foodstuffs and beverages (26 percent of total weight); Renovation, rent, fuel and water (18 percent of total weight) and Transport and telecommunication (16 percent). Others include Home furniture (11 percent); Fabrics, clothing and footwear (8 percent); Education and entertainment (6 percent); Medical care (2 percent) and other expenses and services (13 percent). This page includes a chart with historical data for Saudi Arabia Inflation Rate.