imputed – /imˈpyo͞odəd/ (of a value) assigned to something by inference

One of the biggest challenges for the Consumer Price Index is how its weighted.

Owner Equivelant Rent is a great example. Owner are asked what they think they could rent their home for.

Its a guess but 1/3 of the Core CPI relies on their response.

Rates continue to improve on gains from last week.


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