Suriname’s economy continues to grapple with persistent inflationary pressures, as recent data from the General Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals a 0.8% month-over-month price increase in November 2025. The year-on-year comparison shows even more striking figures, with consumer prices surging by 11.6% compared to November 2024 levels.
While the pace of inflation has moderated compared to previous years, the upward trajectory remains unmistakable. The sustained price pressure continues to burden households, particularly affecting essential expenditure categories. Behind the average inflation rate lies significant variation across product categories, with individual items experiencing price fluctuations ranging from a 54% decrease to an astonishing 600% increase in November alone.
Over the extended period from December 2023 through November 2025, these disparities widened further, spanning from -67% to +600%. The most substantial price hikes continue to manifest in sectors directly impacting daily life, including healthcare, housing and utilities, food supplies, transportation, and dining expenses outside the home.
The inflation metrics derive from the Consumer Price Index, compiled using a basket of 316 distinct goods and services. Price observations occur across approximately 630 measurement points throughout Paramaribo, Wanica, Nickerie, Coronie, Saramacca, Commewijne, and Para regions.
Despite the less extreme price surges compared to earlier years, inflation remains structurally elevated, with many consumers continuing to experience its consequences in their daily economic activities. The data indicates that while the rate of increase has slowed, the cumulative effect of sustained inflation continues to challenge purchasing power and economic stability.