Laos Inflation Eases to 5.1 Percent in January 2026 as Utility Costs Drive Price Pressures

2026-01-27 - 10:06

Laos recorded an inflation rate of 5.1 percent in January 2026, down from 5.6 percent in December 2025, as the country continues to grapple with elevated price pressures driven primarily by utility costs, according to official data. The consumer price index (CPI) stood at 256.8 in January 2026, slightly lower than 257.2 of December 2025