Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Liquid Fuels for Croatia
CP0453HRM086NEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
130.85
Year-over-Year Change
-11.65%
Date Range
1/1/1998 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Liquid Fuels for Croatia measures the price changes of liquid fuels in Croatia, providing important insights into the country's energy costs and inflation dynamics.
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 prices paid by Croatian consumers for liquid fuels, such as gasoline, diesel, and heating oil. It is a component of the broader Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), which is used to measure and compare inflation across the European Union.
Methodology
The data is collected through a survey of retailers and service providers and aggregated by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess energy price pressures and their impact on the overall cost of living in Croatia.
Key Facts
- The index is based on 2015 as the reference year.
- Liquid fuels account for approximately 4% of the Croatian consumer price basket.
- Prices are collected from a sample of 200 retailers and service providers across Croatia.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Liquid Fuels for Croatia measures the price changes of liquid fuels, including gasoline, diesel, and heating oil, paid by Croatian consumers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into energy price dynamics and their impact on the overall cost of living in Croatia, which is crucial for policymakers and economists analyzing the country's inflation and economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a survey of retailers and service providers across Croatia and aggregated by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess energy price pressures and their influence on the overall inflation rate, which is crucial for informing monetary and fiscal policy decisions in Croatia.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is typically published on a monthly basis with a lag of around one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Liquid Fuels for Croatia (CP0453HRM086NEST), retrieved from FRED.