Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages for Switzerland

CHECPHP0100GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-0.40

Year-over-Year Change

-20.00%

Date Range

12/1/2005 - 3/1/2025

Summary

This trend measures the consumer price index (CPI) for food and non-alcoholic beverages in Switzerland. It is a key indicator of inflation and consumer 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 Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages in Switzerland tracks the changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of food and beverage items. This index is an important economic indicator used to monitor inflation and assess the purchasing power of consumers.

Methodology

The data is collected through regular surveys of retail prices for a representative sample of food and non-alcoholic beverage items.

Historical Context

The CPI for food and beverages is used by policymakers and analysts to inform decisions on monetary policy, economic forecasting, and cost-of-living adjustments.

Key Facts

  • Switzerland's food and beverage CPI has a base year of 2015.
  • The index covers over 300 individual food and drink items.
  • Food and non-alcoholic beverages account for about 16% of the Swiss CPI basket.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the consumer price index (CPI) for food and non-alcoholic beverages in Switzerland. It tracks the changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of food and drink items.

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

A: The CPI for food and beverages is an important indicator of inflation and consumer purchasing power in Switzerland. It is used by policymakers and analysts to inform decisions on monetary policy, economic forecasting, and cost-of-living adjustments.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through regular surveys of retail prices for a representative sample of food and non-alcoholic beverage items in Switzerland.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The CPI for food and beverages is used by policymakers and analysts to monitor inflation, assess consumer purchasing power, and inform decisions on monetary policy and economic forecasting.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published on a regular monthly basis, with some potential for minor delays in data collection and reporting.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages for Switzerland (CHECPHP0100GYM), retrieved from FRED.