Inflation increased to 19.5% in July—the latest month for which data is available—from 19.4% in June. Inflation continued to be fueled by a weak kyat. It is expected to moderate but remain high this year, driven by sustained money printing to finance the fiscal deficit and further currency depreciation.
Myanmar Discount Rate (%, eop) Data
| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discount Rate (%, eop) | 10.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 |