Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for European Economic Area (EEA18-2004, EEA28-2006, EEA30)
00XFUNE3CCM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
130.58
Year-over-Year Change
2.62%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for the European Economic Area (EEA) measures changes in the prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, excluding volatile energy and food components. This index is a key economic indicator used to assess inflationary pressures in the EEA.
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 Unprocessed Food is a sub-index of the broader HICP, which is the primary measure of inflation in the Eurozone. This index provides a more stable and underlying view of price changes by removing the impact of volatile energy and unprocessed food prices. It is used by policymakers and analysts to understand core inflationary trends.
Methodology
The HICP data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures across the EEA countries.
Historical Context
This index is closely monitored by the European Central Bank in formulating monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The HICP Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food has a base year of 2015.
- This index covers the 30 countries of the European Economic Area.
- The index is published monthly by Eurostat.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The HICP Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food measures changes in the prices of a basket of consumer goods and services in the European Economic Area, excluding volatile energy and food components.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides a more stable and underlying view of inflationary pressures in the Eurozone, which is crucial for policymakers and analysts to understand core inflation trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The HICP data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures across the EEA countries.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The HICP Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food is closely monitored by the European Central Bank in formulating monetary policy decisions for the Eurozone.
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 and Unprocessed Food for European Economic Area (EEA18-2004, EEA28-2006, EEA30) (00XFUNE3CCM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.