Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation Commodities Less Motor Fuel in South
CUUS0300SATCLTB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
131.01
Year-over-Year Change
23.16%
Date Range
1/1/2010 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation Commodities Less Motor Fuel in South measures changes in the prices of transportation-related goods and services, excluding motor fuel, for consumers in the southern United States. This index is a key indicator of inflationary pressures in the transportation sector.
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 basket of transportation-related commodities and services, such as public transportation fares, vehicle parts, and maintenance costs, for urban consumers in the South census region. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess changes in the cost of transportation outside of volatile motor fuel prices.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and service providers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This index provides insight into broader transportation-related inflation trends that can inform monetary policy decisions and consumer spending analysis.
Key Facts
- The index has a base year of 1982-1984 = 100.
- It is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The index excludes the volatile motor fuel component of transportation costs.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in the prices of transportation-related goods and services, excluding motor fuel, for consumers in the southern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides important insights into transportation-related inflationary pressures, which can inform economic analysis and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of retail establishments and service providers by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index can provide valuable information for monetary policymakers and analysts assessing broader transportation-related inflation trends.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Transportation Commodities Less Motor Fuel in South (CUUS0300SATCLTB), retrieved from FRED.