Consumer Price Index
Definition
CPI. An inflationary indicator that measures the change in the cost of a fixed basket of products and services, including housing, electricity, food, and transportation. The CPI is published monthly. also called cost-of-living index.
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Related Terms
Producer Price Index, Employer Cost Index, index-linked bond, TIPS
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