Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels for Portugal
PRTCP040000IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
128.71
Year-over-Year Change
4.43%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels in Portugal measures the changes in prices for these essential household expenses over time. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and cost-of-living pressures facing Portuguese consumers.
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 Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels is a subindex of the overall Portuguese Consumer Price Index. It tracks price movements for a basket of common household utilities and services, providing insights into inflationary trends in this important consumer expenditure category.
Methodology
The Portuguese National Statistics Institute collects price data from a representative sample of retailers and service providers to calculate this CPI subindex.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists closely monitor this CPI component to assess the impact of utility costs and housing expenses on overall consumer inflation.
Key Facts
- Portugal's CPI for Housing, Utilities reached a record high in 2022.
- This CPI subindex accounts for over 20% of the overall Portuguese Consumer Price Index.
- Utility price inflation has outpaced general price growth in Portugal in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels in Portugal measures changes in the prices of these essential household expenses over time.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This CPI subindex provides key insights into inflationary pressures facing Portuguese consumers, particularly for crucial household costs like utilities and housing.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Portuguese National Statistics Institute collects price data from a representative sample of retailers and service providers to calculate this CPI subindex.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this CPI component to assess the impact of utility costs and housing expenses on overall consumer inflation in Portugal.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Portuguese CPI data, including this Housing and Utilities subindex, is published on a monthly basis with minimal delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels for Portugal (PRTCP040000IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.