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Consumer Price Index
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BLS Price Index Users Conference
The BLS Price Programs will present on advance topics tailored to the interests of our data users.
About this Event
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is the principal Federal agency responsible for measuring price changes, labor market activity, working conditions, and productivity in the economy. Its mission is to collect, analyze, and disseminate economic information to support public and private decision-making.
The Consumer Price Index, Producer Price Index, and International Price programs will present on advanced topics tailored to the interests of our data users. This users’ conference will offer attendees the opportunity to better understand our methodology and processes, while providing a platform for open discussion with BLS economists.
April 21, 2021 Agenda
9:00-9:10 Opening remarks from BLS Commissioner William Beach
9:10-10:00 Medical care in the CPI and PPI
10:05-10:55 Quality adjustment across price programs
11:00-12:00 Recent and upcoming advancements using alternative collection methods for price indexes
April 28, 2021 Agenda
9:00-9:10 Opening remarks from BLS Commissioner William Beach
9:10-10:30 Impact of COVID-19 on price movements and data collection
10:35-12:00 Listening session to address questions or concerns regarding BLS methodology
Additional information
Additional information is available in the BLS Handbook of Methods.
You may also contact the information office for each program: