Development of a Consumer Price Index for Seniors
Articles and reports: 62F0014M2019004
Description:
This paper describes a measure of inflation as experienced by seniors in Canada for the period of January 2013 to August 2018. It defines a senior population, examines their spending behavior, and describes the construction of a Senior Price Index (SPI). An analysis by geography and by major consumer basket components is provided, as well as a comparison with the official Canadian Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Issue Number: 2019004
Main Product: Prices Analytical Series
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