Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel in U.S. City Average
CWUR0000SEAF • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
133.16
Year-over-Year Change
2.12%
Date Range
9/1/1947 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel in U.S. City Average measures the change in prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of apparel items for infants and toddlers. This metric is a key indicator of consumer inflation and 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
The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is a subcomponent of the broader CPI, which tracks the cost of a representative basket of goods and services purchased by urban consumers. Economists and policymakers monitor this metric to assess changes in the cost of living and make informed decisions about monetary and fiscal policies.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail outlets and service establishments to calculate the CPI.
Historical Context
The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is used by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to gauge inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns.
Key Facts
- The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is a subcomponent of the broader Consumer Price Index.
- This metric tracks changes in the cost of a representative basket of apparel items for infants and toddlers.
- The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is used by economists and policymakers to assess consumer inflation and purchasing power.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel in U.S. City Average measures the change in prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of apparel items for infants and toddlers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is a key indicator of consumer inflation and purchasing power, and is used by economists and policymakers to assess changes in the cost of living and make informed decisions about monetary and fiscal policies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail outlets and service establishments to calculate the CPI.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is used by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to gauge inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns, which informs their policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release delay of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Infants' and Toddlers' Apparel in U.S. City Average (CWUR0000SEAF), retrieved from FRED.