Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing for Slovak Republic
SVKCPGRHO02GYQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.50
Year-over-Year Change
-6.77%
Date Range
1/1/1998 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing in the Slovak Republic measures changes in the prices of housing-related goods and services, excluding estimated costs of owner-occupied housing. This metric is a key indicator of inflationary pressures in the Slovak housing market.
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 Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing in the Slovak Republic is a subindex of the broader Slovak Consumer Price Index. It reflects price changes for a variety of housing-related costs, such as utilities, maintenance, and household furnishings, but excludes the imputed rental value of owner-occupied dwellings. This metric provides important insights into housing affordability and overall cost of living trends.
Methodology
The Slovak Statistical Office collects price data from a representative sample of retailers, service providers, and households to calculate this index.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this CPI subindex to assess inflationary dynamics and make informed decisions about monetary and fiscal policy.
Key Facts
- The CPI for Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals accounts for around 20% of the total Slovak Consumer Price Index.
- This index has increased by an average of 2.5% annually over the past 5 years.
- Housing costs are a major driver of overall inflation in the Slovak Republic.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric measures changes in the prices of various housing-related goods and services in the Slovak Republic, excluding the estimated rental value of owner-occupied dwellings.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The CPI for Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals provides important insights into housing affordability and cost of living pressures, which are crucial for policymakers and consumers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Slovak Statistical Office collects price data from a representative sample of retailers, service providers, and households to calculate this index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this CPI subindex to assess inflationary dynamics and make informed decisions about monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The CPI for Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals in the Slovak Republic is published quarterly with a delay of approximately 2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing for Slovak Republic (SVKCPGRHO02GYQ), retrieved from FRED.