Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Actual Rentals for Housing for Euro Area (19 Countries)

CP0410EZ19M086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

119.17

Year-over-Year Change

2.89%

Date Range

12/1/1999 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Actual Rentals for Housing for Euro Area (19 Countries) measures changes in the price of rents paid by consumers in the Eurozone. It is a key economic indicator used to track inflation and the cost of living.

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 paid by consumers for actual rents of primary residences in the 19 countries that comprise the Eurozone. It is an essential component of the broader Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices, which is the primary measure of inflation in the Eurozone.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of households and housing providers across the Eurozone.

Historical Context

Policymakers at the European Central Bank closely monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions aimed at maintaining price stability.

Key Facts

  • The Eurozone consists of 19 countries that have adopted the euro as their currency.
  • Rents account for a significant portion of the average household's consumer expenditures.
  • The Eurozone HICP: Actual Rentals for Housing index has a base year of 2015.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This index measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for actual rents of primary residences in the 19 countries that make up the Eurozone.

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

A: This index is a key component of the broader Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices, which is the primary measure of inflation in the Eurozone. It provides important insights into the cost of living and helps inform monetary policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of households and housing providers across the Eurozone.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers at the European Central Bank closely monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions aimed at maintaining price stability in the Eurozone.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The Eurostat publishes this index on a monthly basis, with a typical delay of around one month.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Actual Rentals for Housing for Euro Area (19 Countries) (CP0410EZ19M086NEST), retrieved from FRED.