Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for Spain

00XAPMESM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

126.87

Year-over-Year Change

2.70%

Date Range

12/1/2000 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for Spain measures the change in the cost of a basket of consumer goods and services in Spain, excluding items with government-controlled pricing.

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 consumer goods and services in Spain, excluding items such as utilities, transportation, and other goods and services with administered or government-regulated prices. It provides a measure of underlying inflation, excluding volatile price components.

Methodology

The data is collected through regular surveys of prices by Spain's National Statistics Institute.

Historical Context

This index is closely watched by the European Central Bank and Spanish policymakers to assess economic conditions and inform monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Excludes government-controlled prices to measure underlying inflation
  • Monitored by the European Central Bank and Spanish policymakers
  • Provides insight into the cost of living in Spain

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This index measures the change in the cost of a basket of consumer goods and services in Spain, excluding items with government-controlled pricing.

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

A: This index provides a better measure of underlying inflation in Spain, excluding volatile price components, and is closely watched by policymakers.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through regular surveys of prices by Spain's National Statistics Institute.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This index is closely monitored by the European Central Bank and Spanish policymakers to assess economic conditions and inform monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly, with no significant update delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: All Items Excluding Mainly Administered Prices for Spain (00XAPMESM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.