Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas, and Other Fuels for Bulgaria
00XHOUBGM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
139.30
Year-over-Year Change
2.74%
Date Range
12/1/1996 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) Excluding Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas, and Other Fuels for Bulgaria measures the change in consumer prices for a basket of goods and services, excluding the volatile housing and utilities components.
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 is a key economic indicator used to track inflation trends across the European Union. The index excluding housing and utilities provides a more stable measure of underlying price pressures, which is valuable for policymakers and analysts assessing the state of the Bulgarian economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through a survey of consumer purchases and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Historical Context
This index helps the European Central Bank monitor inflation targets and guide monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index excludes volatile housing and utility costs.
- It is a key measure of underlying inflation in the EU.
- The data is collected through consumer purchase surveys.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices Excluding Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas, and Other Fuels for Bulgaria measures changes in the prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, excluding the volatile housing and utilities components.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides a more stable measure of underlying inflation pressures in the Bulgarian economy, which is important for policymakers and analysts assessing economic conditions and guiding monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a survey of consumer purchases and calculated using a weighted average of price changes.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index helps the European Central Bank monitor inflation targets and guide monetary policy decisions for the European Union, of which Bulgaria is a member.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the same update schedule and potential limitations as other HICP measures published by Eurostat.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Overall Index Excluding Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas, and Other Fuels for Bulgaria (00XHOUBGM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.