Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for Luxembourg

00XFUNLUM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

125.86

Year-over-Year Change

2.93%

Date Range

12/1/1999 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for Luxembourg measures changes in the prices of consumer goods and services in Luxembourg, excluding volatile energy and food items.

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 key economic indicator used to assess and track underlying inflationary pressures in the Luxembourg economy. It provides a more stable and reliable measure of consumer price inflation compared to the headline HICP.

Methodology

The data is collected through a survey of consumer prices and calculated by Eurostat using a harmonized methodology across EU member states.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasting.

Key Facts

  • The base year for the index is 2015 = 100.
  • Luxembourg's HICP Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food has averaged 103.3 over the past 5 years.
  • This index helps remove the impact of volatile food and energy prices on the overall inflation rate.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for Luxembourg measures changes in the prices of consumer goods and services, excluding volatile energy and food items.

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

A: This index provides a more stable and reliable measure of underlying inflationary pressures in the Luxembourg economy, which is important for policymakers and analysts monitoring price dynamics.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through a survey of consumer prices and calculated by Eurostat using a harmonized methodology across EU member states.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions and economic forecasting in Luxembourg and the broader Eurozone.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The HICP Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for Luxembourg is published monthly by Eurostat with a typical 1-month lag.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Energy and Unprocessed Food for Luxembourg (00XFUNLUM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.