Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Toys in U.S. City Average
CUSR0000SERE01 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
28.29
Year-over-Year Change
0.83%
Date Range
1/1/1978 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Toys in U.S. City Average tracks changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of toy-related goods and services. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending patterns.
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 Toys represents the cost of a representative selection of toys, games, and related products purchased by urban households. Economists and policymakers use this data to assess inflationary pressures and consumer confidence within the toys and games sector.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail establishments to calculate the CPI.
Historical Context
The toy CPI is used to inform monetary policy decisions and provide insight into consumer behavior and discretionary spending.
Key Facts
- The CPI for Toys has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Toy prices account for about 3% of the overall CPI market basket.
- Toy prices tend to be more volatile than the overall CPI.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The CPI for Toys measures changes in the prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of toy-related goods and services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The toy CPI provides insight into consumer spending patterns and inflationary pressures within the toys and games sector, which is relevant for economic policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail establishments to calculate the CPI for Toys.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The toy CPI is used by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to inform monetary policy decisions and assess consumer confidence and discretionary spending.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Toys is published monthly with a typical 2-week delay, and may be subject to periodic revisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Toys in U.S. City Average (CUSR0000SERE01), retrieved from FRED.