Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy for Croatia

00XE00HRM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

140.25

Year-over-Year Change

4.56%

Date Range

1/1/1998 - 6/1/2025

Summary

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy for Croatia measures the change in prices for consumer goods and services in Croatia, excluding energy costs.

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

This index provides a harmonized measure of inflation across European Union countries, allowing for cross-country comparisons. Excluding energy costs helps isolate underlying inflationary pressures in the Croatian economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through consumer price surveys and calculated using a chained Laspeyres formula.

Historical Context

The index is used to inform monetary policy decisions by the European Central Bank.

Key Facts

  • Croatia joined the European Union in 2013.
  • Energy costs can be volatile and distort overall inflation measures.
  • The index is published monthly by Eurostat.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy for Croatia measures the change in consumer prices in Croatia, excluding volatile energy costs.

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

A: This index provides a harmonized measure of underlying inflation pressures in the Croatian economy, which is important for assessing monetary policy and economic conditions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through consumer price surveys and calculated using a chained Laspeyres formula.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The index is used by the European Central Bank to inform monetary policy decisions for the Eurozone, of which Croatia is a member.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

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

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy for Croatia (00XE00HRM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.