Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Refuse Collection for Hungary
CP0442HUM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
99.75
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
12/1/2000 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Refuse Collection for Hungary measures the price changes for waste collection services in Hungary, providing insight into inflationary pressures on household expenditures.
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 economic indicator tracks the cost of refuse collection as part of the broader Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for Hungary. The HICP is a key metric used by the European Central Bank to monitor and manage inflation across the Eurozone.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses by the Hungarian Central Statistical Office.
Historical Context
Trends in refuse collection prices offer important context for policymakers analyzing household consumption and cost-of-living changes.
Key Facts
- Hungary joined the European Union in 2004.
- The HICP is measured on a scale of 100, with 2015 as the base year.
- Refuse collection accounts for approximately 1% of the overall HICP basket in Hungary.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures changes in the price of refuse collection services in Hungary as part of the broader Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in refuse collection prices offer important insights into household expenditures and inflationary pressures, which are closely monitored by policymakers and economists.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of households and businesses by the Hungarian Central Statistical Office.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Refuse collection price data is used by the European Central Bank and other institutions to assess cost-of-living changes and overall inflation across the Eurozone.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The HICP data for Hungary is published monthly with a lag of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Refuse Collection for Hungary (CP0442HUM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.