Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nonalcoholic Beverages and Beverage Materials in U.S. City Average
CUUS0000SAF114 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
226.83
Year-over-Year Change
32.37%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nonalcoholic Beverages and Beverage Materials in U.S. City Average tracks the prices of non-alcoholic drinks and related products. This metric is a key indicator of consumer spending and inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy.
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 measures the change in prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of nonalcoholic beverage and related material items. It is a component of the overall Consumer Price Index, which is a widely used measure of inflation and a key economic indicator monitored by policymakers.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and prices by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This index provides insight into consumer demand and price dynamics within the nonalcoholic beverage market, which is relevant for businesses, policymakers, and economic analysts.
Key Facts
- The index has a base period of 1982-84=100.
- Nonalcoholic beverages account for about 3.8% of total consumer expenditures.
- The index reached an all-time high of 290.305 in June 2022.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures the change in prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of nonalcoholic beverage and related material items, a component of the overall Consumer Price Index.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides insight into consumer demand and price dynamics within the nonalcoholic beverage market, which is relevant for businesses, policymakers, and economic analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and prices by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index is a key economic indicator monitored by policymakers, as it provides information on inflationary pressures and consumer spending patterns in the nonalcoholic beverage market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Nonalcoholic Beverages and Beverage Materials in U.S. City Average (CUUS0000SAF114), retrieved from FRED.