The consumer price index (CPI) measures the rate at which prices of consumer goods and services change over time. It is used as a key indicator of economic perf

The consumer price index (CPI) measures the rate at which the prices of consumer goods and services are changing over time. It is a key statistic for economic a

Although inflation is much feared for its negative effects on the economy, how to measure it is a matter of considerable debate that has important implications

A joint production by six international organizations, this manual explores the conceptual and theoretical issues that national statistical offices should consi

The 2007–09 international financial crisis underscored the importance of reliable and timely statistics on the general government and public sectors. Governme