Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Fuels and Lubricants for Personal Transport Equipment for Portugal
PRTCPHP0702IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
131.16
Year-over-Year Change
-1.36%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 3/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Fuels and Lubricants for Personal Transport Equipment in Portugal measures the cost of fueling and maintaining personal vehicles. This key indicator helps assess changes in the cost of living and consumer 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 Fuels and Lubricants for Personal Transport Equipment is a subcomponent of the overall Consumer Price Index that tracks the prices of automotive fuels, oils, and lubricants used for private transport. This data series is an important input for economic analysis and policy decisions related to consumer spending, energy markets, and cost-of-living adjustments.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of fuel and lubricant prices from retailers across Portugal.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this CPI component to understand pressures on household budgets and the potential impacts on consumer demand.
Key Facts
- Portugal's CPI for Fuels and Lubricants has increased by 30% over the past 5 years.
- Automotive fuels account for over 60% of this CPI component in Portugal.
- Changes in this index can impact household disposable income and consumer spending patterns.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This economic indicator measures the prices of automotive fuels, oils, and lubricants used for private transportation in Portugal.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This CPI component is an important input for understanding changes in the cost of living, consumer inflation, and potential impacts on household budgets and consumer demand.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of fuel and lubricant prices from retailers across Portugal.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this CPI data to assess pressures on household budgets and the potential impacts on consumer demand, which informs economic and energy policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There is typically a 1-2 month delay in the release of this CPI data for Portugal.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Fuels and Lubricants for Personal Transport Equipment for Portugal (PRTCPHP0702IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.