Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Miscellaneous Personal Services in U.S. City Average

Not Seasonally Adjusted

CUUR0000SEGD • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

587.86

Year-over-Year Change

5.02%

Date Range

12/1/1977 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the change in consumer prices for all items, excluding seasonal adjustments. This provides a raw, unadjusted view of inflation that is important for economic analysis and policymaking.

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 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' Consumer Price Index (CPI) tracks the monthly change in the cost of a basket of consumer goods and services, without any seasonal adjustments. This raw data offers insights into underlying inflationary pressures that are not smoothed by seasonal corrections.

Methodology

The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this unadjusted CPI measure.

Historical Context

The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' CPI is a key input for the Federal Reserve and other policymakers in evaluating the strength of inflationary trends.

Key Facts

  • The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' CPI excludes seasonal factors like holiday spending.
  • This raw inflation data is important for assessing underlying price pressures.
  • The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' CPI is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the change in consumer prices for all items, without any seasonal adjustments. This provides an unfiltered view of inflationary pressures.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: The raw, unadjusted CPI data is important for economic analysis and policymaking, as it offers insights into underlying inflation that are not obscured by seasonal factors.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from households and businesses to calculate this unadjusted CPI measure.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' CPI is a key input for the Federal Reserve and other policymakers in evaluating the strength of inflationary trends and guiding monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' 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: All Items Less Food and Energy (CUUR0000SEGD), retrieved from FRED.