CPI and Inflation Insights

CPI Durable Goods & Personal Care

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Durable and Personal Goods (DPG) tracks how prices for products like appliances, electronics, and personal care items change over time. Helping brands and retailers navigate tariff impacts and inflation, the CPI-DPG reflects trends across the US.

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CURRENT CHANGE

+0.35%

CPI MoM

Latest CPI Data Release

Consumer Price Index: Durable and Personal Goods | April 2025

According to the May 2025 release of the OpenBrand Consumer Price Index (CPI), prices for durable and personal goods rose by 0.35% month-over-month (MoM), up from 0.12% in March, marking the fifth consecutive monthly gain​. Read more.

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Upcoming CPI Release Dates

May 2025 CPI data from OpenBrand is scheduled to be released on June 10, 2025

OpenBrand CPI-DPG Methodology

The OpenBrand CPI of Durable and Personal Goods is constructed using a data-driven methodology that ensures accuracy, timeliness, and transparency in measuring price trends for both short and long-lasting consumer products. The methodology consists of data collection; product selection and tracking; price calculations, adjustments, and weighting; and reporting and updates. By leveraging real-time data and advanced statistical techniques, the OpenBrand CPI offers an accurate and dynamic measure of pricing trends, helping businesses and consumers make informed decisions in an evolving economic landscape.

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Weekly CPI Data & Same Day Pricing Analytics

For more detailed analysis of market pricing, our weekly CPI reporting and same-day SKU-level data is available by subscription. 

This real-time data empowers our clients to monitor market shifts and competitive discounts in order to stay ahead in an ever-changing market.

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From macroeconomic indicators to consumer purchasing behavior, our forecasts equip companies with the knowledge to stay ahead of their competitors.

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