Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food in South
CUUS0300SA0L1 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
306.99
Year-over-Year Change
26.09%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food in South measures the change in prices for a basket of goods and services excluding food in the southern United States. It is a key indicator of inflation trends and consumer purchasing power.
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 tracks the prices of a representative basket of consumer goods and services, excluding food, in the southern region of the United States. It is used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to assess changes in the cost of living and inflationary pressures in the region.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The index is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Excludes food prices, which can be volatile.
- Based on a representative basket of consumer goods and services.
- Measures changes in the cost of living in the southern United States.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures the change in prices for a basket of goods and services, excluding food, in the southern United States. It is a key indicator of inflation and consumer purchasing power in the region.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food in South is an important metric for economists, policymakers, and analysts to assess changes in the cost of living and inflationary pressures in the southern United States.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The index is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions and assess the state of the regional economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with some potential for short delays in data availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: All Items Less Food in South (CUUS0300SA0L1), retrieved from FRED.