Kuluttajahintojen
Kuluttajahintojen, often translated as consumer prices, refers to the average price level of a basket of goods and services typically purchased by households. This price level is a key indicator of inflation and the cost of living. Central banks and governments monitor consumer prices closely to assess the health of the economy and to inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
The most common measure of consumer prices is the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI is calculated
When consumer prices rise consistently, it indicates inflation, meaning that consumers can buy less with the