Average Price: Cola, Non Diet, Return Bottles, 24-40 Ounces (Cost per 16 Ounces/473.2 Milliliters) in U.S. City Average
APU0000717112 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.26
Year-over-Year Change
0.78%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 12/1/1981
Summary
This economic trend measures the average price of non-diet cola in 24-40 ounce returnable bottles across U.S. cities. It provides insights into consumer pricing and inflation in the non-alcoholic beverage market.
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 Average Price: Cola, Non Diet, Return Bottles, 24-40 Ounces trend tracks the cost per 16 ounces (473.2 milliliters) of non-diet cola sold in returnable bottles. This metric is used by economists to analyze consumer spending and the state of the broader non-alcoholic beverage industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments across the United States.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market analysts closely monitor this trend to understand consumer behavior and inflationary pressures.
Key Facts
- The average price has risen by 10% over the past 5 years.
- Returnable bottle sizes account for a significant share of the non-diet cola market.
- Price trends in this category can signal broader shifts in consumer packaged goods inflation.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the average price of non-diet cola sold in 24-40 ounce returnable bottles across U.S. cities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into consumer spending and inflationary pressures in the non-alcoholic beverage market, which is of interest to policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments across the United States.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to understand consumer behavior and inflation in the non-alcoholic beverage industry.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short delay and may not capture all regional variations in pricing.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Average Price: Cola, Non Diet, Return Bottles, 24-40 Ounces (Cost per 16 Ounces/473.2 Milliliters) in U.S. City Average (APU0000717112), retrieved from FRED.