CPI-U

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) measures the average change over time in prices paid by urban households for a broad basket of goods and services, such as food, housing, transportation, and healthcare. It reflects inflation trends affecting most Americans living in cities and towns. The CPI-U helps policymakers, businesses, and individuals understand how prices are changing, guiding economic decisions like adjusting wages, pensions, and monetary policy. It is a key indicator of the overall cost of living and inflation in the economy.