Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for European Union (27 Countries from 2020)

00XAP0EU272020M086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

132.92

Year-over-Year Change

2.21%

Date Range

12/1/2000 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for the European Union (27 countries from 2020) tracks changes in the price level of consumer goods and services, excluding items with administered or regulated prices.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The HICP is a key economic indicator used to measure inflation in the European Union. This specific index excludes products and services with prices that are set or influenced by the government, providing a more market-driven measure of consumer price movements.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and prices across EU member states.

Historical Context

The HICP is closely monitored by the European Central Bank in setting monetary policy.

Key Facts

  • Covers 27 EU member states as of 2020.
  • Base year is 2015 = 100.
  • Published monthly by Eurostat.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices tracks changes in the price level of consumer goods and services in the European Union, excluding items with administered or regulated prices.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This index provides a more market-driven measure of consumer price inflation in the EU, which is crucial for the European Central Bank's monetary policy decisions and for economists analyzing the state of the European economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and prices across EU member states and compiled by Eurostat.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The HICP excluding administered prices is closely monitored by the European Central Bank as a key indicator for setting monetary policy in the Eurozone.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly by Eurostat with no significant update delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for European Union (27 Countries from 2020) (00XAP0EU272020M086NEST), retrieved from FRED.