Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy and Seasonal Food for Romania
00XESEROM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
155.49
Year-over-Year Change
5.48%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Energy and Seasonal Food for Romania tracks changes in consumer prices, excluding volatile energy and food components, providing a stable measure of underlying inflation.
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 Energy and Seasonal Food is a key economic indicator used to assess price stability and guide monetary policy decisions in Romania. It excludes the most volatile price components to better reflect the core inflationary pressures in the economy.
Methodology
The index is calculated monthly by Romania's National Institute of Statistics based on a representative basket of consumer goods and services.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this HICP measure to understand the fundamental inflation dynamics and guide economic and monetary policy.
Key Facts
- The index excludes volatile energy and seasonal food prices.
- It serves as a key input for monetary policy decisions in Romania.
- The index is calculated monthly by the National Institute of Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Energy and Seasonal Food for Romania tracks changes in consumer prices, excluding the most volatile components of energy and seasonal food.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This HICP measure is a crucial indicator of underlying inflationary pressures in the Romanian economy, helping policymakers and analysts assess price stability and guide monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated monthly by Romania's National Institute of Statistics based on a representative basket of consumer goods and services.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this HICP measure to understand the fundamental inflation dynamics and guide economic and monetary policy decisions in Romania.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly, with no significant update delays. The index excludes volatile price components to provide a more stable measure of underlying inflation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy and Seasonal Food for Romania (00XESEROM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.