Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Other Foods in U.S. City Average
CUUS0000SEFT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
288.57
Year-over-Year Change
28.04%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Other Foods in U.S. City Average measures changes in the prices of non-essential food items. This metric is a key indicator of consumer purchasing power and inflation.
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 Other Foods index tracks the prices of a basket of food items that are not considered essential, such as snacks, condiments, and non-alcoholic beverages. It is part of the broader Consumer Price Index, which is the primary gauge of inflation used by economists and policymakers.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices across the United States.
Historical Context
The Other Foods index is used to monitor changes in discretionary consumer spending and underlying inflationary pressures.
Key Facts
- The Other Foods index accounts for about 6% of the overall CPI.
- Prices for other foods have risen by an average of 2.5% annually over the past decade.
- Monitoring the Other Foods index helps identify changes in consumer purchasing habits.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Other Foods index measures changes in the prices of non-essential food items, such as snacks, condiments, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Other Foods index is a key indicator of consumer purchasing power and can signal underlying inflationary pressures in the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of consumer expenditures and retail prices across the United States.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Other Foods index is used by economists and policymakers to monitor changes in discretionary consumer spending and gauge inflationary pressures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Other Foods index is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with a typical release lag of about two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Other Foods in U.S. City Average (CUUS0000SEFT), retrieved from FRED.