Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Actual Rentals for Housing for Portugal

PRTCP040100GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

5.33

Year-over-Year Change

-24.93%

Date Range

1/1/1949 - 4/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the consumer price index (CPI) for actual rentals for housing in Portugal, a key indicator of housing costs 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 CPI for actual rentals for housing in Portugal is a subcomponent of the overall CPI, tracking changes in the prices consumers pay for rented accommodations. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the cost of living and inflationary pressures in the Portuguese housing market.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of rental prices and calculated as an index by Portugal's National Statistics Institute.

Historical Context

The CPI for housing rentals is an important input for monetary and fiscal policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Portugal's CPI for housing rentals has a base year of 1999.
  • Rental costs make up a significant portion of the overall CPI basket.
  • This metric is seasonally adjusted.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the consumer price index (CPI) for actual rentals for housing in Portugal, tracking changes in the prices consumers pay for rented accommodations.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: The CPI for housing rentals is an important indicator of the cost of living and inflationary pressures in the Portuguese housing market, which is crucial information for economists and policymakers.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of rental prices and calculated as an index by Portugal's National Statistics Institute.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The CPI for housing rentals is an important input for monetary and fiscal policy decisions in Portugal.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the release schedule and methodological limitations of Portugal's National Statistics Institute.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Actual Rentals for Housing for Portugal (PRTCP040100GYM), retrieved from FRED.