Tomtpriserna

Tomtpriserna, also known as the "Empty Price" or "Empty Price Index," is a Swedish economic indicator that measures the change in the prices of goods and services that are not subject to value-added tax (VAT). Introduced in 1992, it is calculated by Statistics Sweden (SCB) and is used to track inflation in the Swedish economy.

The concept behind Tomtpriserna is to provide a more accurate measure of inflation by excluding goods and services that are subject to VAT, which can be volatile and influenced by changes in tax policies. By focusing on goods and services that are not subject to VAT, such as housing, transport, and education, Tomtpriserna offers a more stable and reliable indicator of inflation trends.

The index is calculated using a basket of goods and services that are not subject to VAT, and it is updated quarterly. The base year for the index is 2015, and the index value for that year is set at 100. The index is used by the Swedish National Bank (Riksbank) to set monetary policy and by businesses and consumers to make economic decisions.

Tomtpriserna is an important economic indicator in Sweden, as it provides a more stable and reliable measure of inflation than the Consumer Price Index (CPI). It is used by policymakers, businesses, and consumers to make informed decisions about the economy and to plan for future economic conditions.