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

AUTCPHPLA01IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

134.56

Year-over-Year Change

2.82%

Date Range

1/1/1996 - 3/1/2025

Summary

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco for Austria measures changes in consumer prices, excluding volatile components, to provide a core inflation indicator for 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

This index is a key economic indicator used by policymakers and analysts to assess underlying inflationary pressures in Austria. It excludes energy, food, alcohol and tobacco prices, which can be volatile, to provide a more stable measure of core consumer inflation.

Methodology

The data is collected through consumer surveys and administrative sources by Statistics Austria.

Historical Context

The CPI Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco is used to inform monetary policy decisions by the European Central Bank.

Key Facts

  • The index excludes volatile components like energy and food prices.
  • It is a key indicator used by the European Central Bank for monetary policy.
  • The data is collected monthly by Statistics Austria.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The CPI Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco for Austria measures changes in consumer prices, excluding volatile components, to provide a core inflation indicator for the Austrian economy.

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

A: This index is a key economic indicator used by policymakers and analysts to assess underlying inflationary pressures in Austria, informing monetary policy decisions by the European Central Bank.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through consumer surveys and administrative sources by Statistics Austria.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The CPI Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco is used to inform monetary policy decisions by the European Central Bank.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated monthly, with no significant delays or limitations.

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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 (AUTCPHPLA01IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.