Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Miscellaneous Goods and Services for Switzerland
CHECPHP1200GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.10
Year-over-Year Change
-56.00%
Date Range
12/1/2005 - 3/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Miscellaneous Goods and Services in Switzerland measures changes in the prices of a wide range of consumer items not covered in other CPI categories. This key economic indicator provides insights into inflation and consumer spending patterns.
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 Miscellaneous Goods and Services CPI for Switzerland is one component of the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is a widely followed measure of inflation. This subindex tracks the prices of diverse consumer items such as personal care products, financial services, and recreational activities.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices across Switzerland.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists use this CPI subindex to assess inflationary pressures and consumer behavior within the Swiss economy.
Key Facts
- The Miscellaneous Goods and Services CPI accounts for around 13% of the total Swiss CPI basket.
- This CPI subindex has grown at an average annual rate of 1.2% over the past decade.
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 0.9% decline in the Miscellaneous Goods and Services CPI in 2020.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Miscellaneous Goods and Services CPI for Switzerland measures changes in the prices of a wide range of consumer items not covered in other CPI categories, such as personal care products, financial services, and recreational activities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This CPI subindex provides important insights into inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns within the Swiss economy, which is useful for policymakers, economists, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices across Switzerland.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this CPI subindex to assess inflationary pressures and consumer behavior, which informs monetary policy decisions and macroeconomic forecasting.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Miscellaneous Goods and Services CPI for Switzerland is published monthly with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Miscellaneous Goods and Services for Switzerland (CHECPHP1200GYM), retrieved from FRED.