New Zealand data: January Food price index +0.9% m/m (vs. prior -0.1%)
While core inflation is usually the most focus, the FPI in New Zealand can give the kiwi $ a bit of a wiggle from time to time.---The New Zealand Food Price Index (FPI) is a measure of the changes in the average price of food items sold in New Zealand.calculated and published monthly by Statistics New Zealandthe FPI tracks the prices of a basket of food items that represent the typical spending patterns of New Zealand householdsthe FPI is an important indicator of inflation in New Zealand, as food prices account for a significant portion of household expenditure This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.
While core inflation is usually the most focus, the FPI in New Zealand can give the kiwi $ a bit of a wiggle from time to time.
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The New Zealand Food Price Index (FPI) is a measure of the changes in the average price of food items sold in New Zealand.
- calculated and published monthly by Statistics New Zealand
- the FPI tracks the prices of a basket of food items that represent the typical spending patterns of New Zealand households
- the FPI is an important indicator of inflation in New Zealand, as food prices account for a significant portion of household expenditure