Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Overall Index Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco for Austria

AUTCPHPLA01GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2.80

Year-over-Year Change

-41.67%

Date Range

1/1/1997 - 3/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the overall consumer price index (CPI) in Austria, excluding energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco. It provides insights into underlying inflationary pressures in the Austrian economy.

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 CPI Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco is a key indicator used by economists and policymakers to assess underlying inflation trends in Austria, as it removes volatile price components and provides a more stable measure of core inflation.

Methodology

The data is collected through a nationwide survey of consumer prices and calculated by the Austrian Statistical Office.

Historical Context

This CPI measure is widely referenced by the European Central Bank and Austrian government in economic analysis and policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The index excludes volatile food and energy prices.
  • It is a key gauge of underlying price pressures in Austria.
  • The data is published monthly by Statistik Austria.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the overall consumer price index (CPI) in Austria, excluding the volatile price components of energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco.

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

A: This 'core' CPI measure provides a more stable indicator of underlying inflationary pressures in the Austrian economy, which is useful for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through a nationwide survey of consumer prices and calculated by the Austrian Statistical Office.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The CPI Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco is widely referenced by the European Central Bank and Austrian government in economic analysis and policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with no significant update delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Overall Index Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco for Austria (AUTCPHPLA01GYM), retrieved from FRED.