Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling for Portugal

PRTCP040400IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

128.97

Year-over-Year Change

3.53%

Date Range

1/1/1948 - 4/1/2025

Summary

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling measures the changes in prices paid by Portuguese consumers for these essential household services.

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 CPI component tracks the costs of water supply, refuse collection, sewerage collection, and other services associated with maintaining a residential dwelling in Portugal. It is a key indicator for monitoring inflation and cost-of-living trends in the housing sector.

Methodology

The data is collected through regular surveys of consumer prices by Portugal's National Statistics Institute.

Historical Context

Policymakers and economists use this index to assess the impact of housing-related costs on overall consumer price inflation and household budgets.

Key Facts

  • The base year for this CPI index is 2015.
  • Water supply accounts for the largest share of this index.
  • Prices for these services have risen faster than overall inflation in Portugal.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This CPI index measures the changes in prices paid by Portuguese consumers for water supply, refuse collection, sewerage, and other miscellaneous services related to maintaining a residential dwelling.

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

A: This index is a key indicator for monitoring inflation and cost-of-living trends in the housing sector, which is important for understanding household budgets and the overall consumer price environment.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through regular consumer price surveys conducted by Portugal's National Statistics Institute.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists use this index to assess the impact of housing-related costs on overall consumer price inflation and household budgets.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is published monthly with no significant update delays, providing timely insights into this component of the consumer price environment.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling for Portugal (PRTCP040400IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.