Kulutuskori

Kulutuskori is a term used in Finland to represent a theoretical basket of goods and services that a typical household consumes over a specific period, usually a year. It is primarily used in economic analysis, particularly for calculating and monitoring inflation and the cost of living. The composition of the kulutuskori is determined by statistical surveys that track the spending patterns of Finnish households.

The contents of the kulutuskori are not fixed and are periodically updated to reflect changes in consumption habits and the availability of goods and services. It includes a wide range of items such as food, housing costs (rent, utilities), transportation, clothing, healthcare, education, and leisure activities. Each item or category within the basket is assigned a weight based on its relative importance in household spending.

The Central Statistical Office of Finland (Tilastokeskus) is responsible for compiling and publishing the consumer price index (Kuluttajahintaindeksi), which is calculated based on the price changes of the items within the kulutuskori. By tracking the prices of these representative goods and services over time, the index provides a measure of inflation. This data is crucial for policymakers, businesses, and individuals in understanding economic trends and making informed financial decisions. The kulutuskori serves as a fundamental tool for economic measurement and analysis in Finland.