Consumer price growth in the Netherlands nearly came to a halt in May 2026, with the Dutch Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising just 0.10% month-over-month, according to data updated on 9 June 2026. This marks a sharp deceleration from April 2026, when prices increased by 1.10% compared with March.
On a month-over-month basis, the latest figures indicate a significant cooling in short-term inflation dynamics. While April’s 1.10% rise suggested lingering price pressures, May’s near-flat reading points to a marked easing in momentum. The comparison is based on monthly changes: the current “Actual” shows May’s move versus April, while the “Previous” reflects April’s move versus March.
The abrupt slowdown will be closely watched by markets and policymakers, as it may signal shifting price dynamics in the Dutch economy heading into the second half of 2026. However, the data provided reflect only the month-on-month changes and not the year-on-year inflation rate, leaving a fuller assessment of the broader inflation trend to subsequent releases.
