Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Footwear in U.S. City Average
CUUR0000SEAE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
144.79
Year-over-Year Change
-0.57%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Footwear in U.S. City Average tracks changes in the retail prices of footwear products purchased by urban consumers. This data point 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 Footwear CPI measures the price changes of a representative basket of footwear items, including shoes, boots, and sandals. It is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index, which is used by policymakers, economists, and the public to monitor and analyze trends in the cost of living.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects retail price data from a sample of outlets to calculate the Footwear CPI.
Historical Context
The Footwear CPI is analyzed alongside other consumer price metrics to assess inflationary pressures and guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The Footwear CPI is a component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI).
- Footwear accounts for approximately 3.5% of the total CPI market basket.
- The Footwear CPI is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Footwear CPI measures changes in the retail prices of a representative basket of footwear items purchased by urban consumers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Footwear CPI is a key indicator of consumer inflation and purchasing power, and is analyzed alongside other price metrics to guide economic policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects retail price data from a sample of outlets to calculate the Footwear CPI.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Footwear CPI is used by policymakers, economists, and the public to monitor and analyze trends in the cost of living and guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Footwear CPI is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Footwear in U.S. City Average (CUUR0000SEAE), retrieved from FRED.