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Headline vs core inflation

Headline inflation is the change in the full CPI. Core inflation strips out food and energy, whose prices jump around with weather and oil markets, to show the underlying trend central banks care about.

Also called: core inflation, headline inflation

Taught in: Measuring Inflation

Related terms

Inflation Consumer price index (CPI)

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