Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Commodities in U.S. City Average
CUSR0000SAC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
224.24
Year-over-Year Change
0.66%
Date Range
1/1/1956 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Commodities in U.S. City Average tracks changes in the prices of physical goods purchased by urban consumers. It is a key measure of consumer inflation and an important economic indicator.
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 Commodities CPI measures the price changes of a broad basket of physical products that urban households purchase, excluding services. It is a subindex of the overall Consumer Price Index, providing more granular insight into inflationary pressures on consumer goods.
Methodology
The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail and service establishments to calculate the Commodities CPI.
Historical Context
The Commodities CPI is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and markets as a gauge of consumer inflation and cost-of-living changes.
Key Facts
- The Commodities CPI has a base year of 1982-1984 = 100.
- It covers a diverse range of physical goods from household supplies to apparel.
- The Commodities CPI tends to be more volatile than the overall CPI due to fluctuations in commodity prices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Commodities CPI measures changes in the prices of physical goods purchased by urban consumers, excluding services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Commodities CPI provides important insights into inflationary pressures on consumer goods, which is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and markets.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of retail and service establishments to calculate the Commodities CPI.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Commodities CPI is a key input for the Federal Reserve and other policymakers when monitoring and managing consumer inflation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Commodities CPI is published monthly with a lag of approximately two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Commodities in U.S. City Average (CUSR0000SAC), retrieved from FRED.