30.12.202523:00:00UTC+00South Korea's CPI Shows Slight Year-End Decline: December Records 2.3%

South Korea witnessed a subtle dip in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for December 2025, as updated data reflects a decrease to 2.3% year-over-year compared to 2.4% in November. This latest development underscores a marginal but impactful change in inflation trends as the year draws to a close.

According to statistics updated on December 30, 2025, South Korea's CPI, which serves as a critical measure of inflation, provides insight into consumer spending behavior and the cost of living. The index's current standing at 2.3% indicates that, while inflation remains in a stable zone, there is a noticeable easing compared to the preceding month.

This recent data offers a key reference point for policymakers and economic analysts observing South Korea's economic climate, hinting at the effects of economic measures and external factors at play over the past year. Market watchers and consumers alike will be attentively observing further data releases to gauge how these figures translate into broader economic growth and living standards in the upcoming year.