Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection for Sweden
00XEDUSEM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
133.05
Year-over-Year Change
2.99%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection for Sweden measures the overall price level of consumer goods and services, excluding key sectors, providing insights into inflationary pressures in the Swedish economy.
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 Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection is a widely-used economic indicator that tracks changes in the prices paid by Swedish consumers for a basket of goods and services, excluding the costs of education, healthcare, and social security. This metric helps economists and policymakers assess underlying inflationary trends in the Swedish economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer prices and calculated by Sweden's statistical agency, Statistics Sweden.
Historical Context
Central banks and economic analysts closely monitor HICP data to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasting.
Key Facts
- The HICP Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection is a key measure of underlying inflation in Sweden.
- This index excludes sectors with more volatile or government-controlled prices.
- The HICP data is harmonized across EU member states to enable cross-country comparisons.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The HICP Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection for Sweden measures the overall price level of consumer goods and services, excluding key sectors like education, healthcare, and social protection.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into underlying inflationary pressures in the Swedish economy, which is crucial for economic policymaking and forecasting.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through consumer price surveys by Statistics Sweden and calculated as a harmonized index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Central banks and economic analysts use HICP data to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasting.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The HICP data is published monthly by Statistics Sweden with minimal delays, providing timely insights into inflationary trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Education, Health, and Social Protection for Sweden (00XEDUSEM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.