Maldives Inflation Hits 6.2% in April – Highest in 2025 So Far

Inflation in the Maldives rose to 6.2 percent in April, the highest monthly rate recorded in 2025 so far, according to the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA).

This marks a continued upward trend, following rates of 5.9 percent in March and 5.5 percent in January. The main contributors were higher prices in housing, water, electricity, and fuel, which collectively rose by 10.1 percent in April—a significant 7.5 percent jump compared to March.
Food inflation also continued to rise, reaching 5.8 percent for the month. The cost of fish, a staple in Maldivian households, went up by 1.9 percent, further pushing up daily expenses. Restaurant prices saw the most dramatic increase, surging by 33 percent year-on-year, pointing to a steep rise in the cost of dining out.

In comparison, inflation in April last year was just 1.3 percent. The previous high was in December 2024 at 5.6 percent.
With average inflation for the first four months of 2025 now at 5.8 percent, Maldivian consumers are feeling increased financial pressure, especially from rising utility and food costs.