Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels for Hungary
HUNCPHP0400IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
150.94
Year-over-Year Change
2.31%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 3/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels in Hungary measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for this basket of goods and services. It is a key indicator of inflationary pressures and cost-of-living changes.
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 Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels CPI is a subcomponent of the overall Hungarian Consumer Price Index. It tracks the prices of essential household expenditures, which are closely monitored by policymakers and economists to assess the state of the economy and inflationary trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through regular surveys of prices paid by Hungarian consumers.
Historical Context
This index is used by the Hungarian central bank and government to inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels CPI is a subcomponent of the overall Hungarian CPI.
- This index is closely watched by policymakers to assess inflationary pressures and the cost of living.
- Housing and utilities typically account for a significant portion of household budgets.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels in Hungary measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for this basket of essential household goods and services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is a key indicator of inflationary pressures and cost-of-living changes, which are closely monitored by policymakers and economists to assess the state of the Hungarian economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through regular surveys of prices paid by Hungarian consumers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels CPI is used by the Hungarian central bank and government to inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be occasional delays in data reporting or changes to the methodology over time, but the Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels CPI is a widely recognized and regularly published economic indicator for Hungary.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels for Hungary (HUNCPHP0400IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.