Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Information and Information Processing in U.S. City Average
Not Seasonally Adjusted
CUUR0000SAE21 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
68.62
Year-over-Year Change
-2.30%
Date Range
1/1/1993 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the Consumer Price Index (CPI) without seasonal adjustments. This provides a raw view of price changes that is useful for economic analysis and policy decisions.
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 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' CPI tracks the total change in consumer prices over time, without factoring in typical seasonal variations. This gives a more unfiltered perspective on underlying inflationary pressures compared to the seasonally adjusted CPI.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices.
Historical Context
The non-seasonally adjusted CPI is an important indicator for the Federal Reserve and other policymakers monitoring economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The CPI tracks a basket of consumer goods and services.
- Non-seasonally adjusted CPI provides a 'raw' view of price changes.
- This metric is closely watched by the Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the Consumer Price Index (CPI) without accounting for typical seasonal variations in prices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted CPI provides a more unfiltered perspective on underlying inflationary pressures, which is useful for economic analysis and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted CPI is an important indicator for the Federal Reserve and other policymakers monitoring economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The non-seasonally adjusted CPI data is published monthly with the same release schedule as the overall CPI.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CUUR0000SAE21), retrieved from FRED.