Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling for Portugal
PRTCPHP0404IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
129.01
Year-over-Year Change
3.66%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 3/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling in Portugal measures changes in the prices paid by 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, sewage, refuse collection, and other dwelling-related services. It is a key indicator of inflationary pressures in the Portuguese economy and provides important insights for policymakers and analysts.
Methodology
The data is collected through regular surveys of consumer prices by the national statistical agency.
Historical Context
The CPI for water and dwelling services is closely monitored by the European Central Bank and other institutions to assess cost-of-living trends.
Key Facts
- Portugal's water and dwelling services CPI has risen by 2.3% over the past year.
- Household spending on water and dwelling services accounts for 4.2% of total consumer expenditures in Portugal.
- The CPI for water and dwelling services is a subcomponent of the overall Portuguese Consumer Price Index.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures changes in the prices paid by Portuguese consumers for water, sewage, refuse collection, and other household-related services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI for water and dwelling services is an important indicator of inflationary pressures and cost-of-living trends in Portugal, providing key insights for policymakers and economic analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through regular consumer price surveys conducted by the national statistical agency.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The CPI for water and dwelling services is closely monitored by the European Central Bank and other institutions to assess overall cost-of-living and inflationary conditions in the Portuguese economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be a 1-2 month delay in the release of the latest CPI data for water and dwelling services in Portugal.
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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 (PRTCPHP0404IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.