Buying Power Calculator
See how inflation erodes purchasing power over time and forecast future value
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From
Amount
Rs. 100,000.00
To
Equivalent
Rs. 244,284.43
Sri Lanka Inflation Today
Down from 2.5% in 2025 · Stabilising after 2022 crisis
Equivalent value in 2026
Rs. 244,284.43
Rs. 100,000.00 in 2015 is worth this much in 2026 — 11 years
Purchasing Power Retained
40.9%
of your 2015 money
Value Change
+Rs. 144,284.43
more needed
Avg Annual Inflation
+8.46%
per year
Period
11 yrs
2015 → 2026
Purchasing Power
Calculated using CCPI annual inflation rates. Values for 2025–2026 are trend-based estimates and may differ from final published data.
Based on Sri Lanka CCPI data (2000–2026)
Model how rising prices reduce what a fixed amount of money can buy. Useful for long-term savings and salary planning alongside our savings and fixed deposit calculators.
Frequently asked questions
- What inflation rate should I use?
- Use an assumption you are comfortable with, or refer to published statistics as a starting point. Actual inflation varies by category (food, fuel, housing).
- Is this investment advice?
- No. This is an educational simulation. Speak to a licensed adviser for personal financial planning.
- How does this relate to fixed deposits?
- Compare buying power results with after-tax FD returns from our Fixed Deposit Calculator to see if savings keep pace.