Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Communication for Switzerland
CHECP080000CTGYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.02
Year-over-Year Change
76.19%
Date Range
1/1/2010 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Communication in Switzerland measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for communication-related goods and services. This trend is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending patterns in the Swiss 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 for Communication in Switzerland tracks the prices of various communication-related items, such as telephone and internet services, postal charges, and communication equipment. This index is part of the broader CPI, which is a widely-used measure of inflation and an important economic indicator for policymakers and analysts.
Methodology
The Swiss Federal Statistical Office collects price data from a sample of retail outlets and service providers to calculate the CPI for Communication.
Historical Context
The CPI for Communication is used to inform monetary policy decisions and to help gauge the overall cost of living in Switzerland.
Key Facts
- The base year for the CPI for Communication is 2015.
- Communication accounts for approximately 3.5% of the overall Swiss CPI basket.
- The CPI for Communication has increased by an average of 0.2% per year over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI for Communication in Switzerland measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for communication-related goods and services, such as telephone, internet, and postal services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI for Communication is an important indicator of inflation and consumer spending patterns in the Swiss economy, and is used by policymakers and analysts to inform economic decision-making.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Swiss Federal Statistical Office collects price data from a sample of retail outlets and service providers to calculate the CPI for Communication.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI for Communication is used to inform monetary policy decisions and to help gauge the overall cost of living in Switzerland.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Communication is published monthly by the Swiss Federal Statistical Office, with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Communication for Switzerland (CHECP080000CTGYM), retrieved from FRED.