Inflation in Laos surges to new high in October; recorded at a high of 36.75%

VIENTIANE, Nov. 7 (Xinhua): Laos recorded the highest year-on-year inflation rate at 36.75 per cent in October, up from 34 percent in September, according to the latest report from the Lao Statistics Bureau.

These figures represent a significant increase since the beginning of 2022, with rising prices continuing to inflict hardship on people struggling to earn a living.