Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in Northeast
CUUR0100SEMC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
434.48
Year-over-Year Change
2.09%
Date Range
12/1/1977 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in Northeast measures the change in prices for professional services in the Northeast region of the United States. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending in the service sector.
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 of a variety of professional services, including legal, accounting, and other business services, within the Northeast geographic area. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess price trends and inflationary pressures in the service industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and households in the Northeast region.
Historical Context
The professional services index provides insight into the cost environment for businesses and consumers in the Northeast, which can inform economic and monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index has a base year of 1982-84 = 100.
- Prices for professional services have risen faster than overall consumer prices in the Northeast.
- The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in Northeast measures the change in prices for a basket of professional services in the Northeast region of the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides important insights into inflation and cost pressures in the professional services sector, which is a significant component of the Northeast economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and households in the Northeast region by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The professional services index is used by economists and policymakers to assess price trends and inflationary pressures in the service industry, which can inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Professional Services in Northeast (CUUR0100SEMC), retrieved from FRED.