Northwestern Mutual uses CPI data for cost comparison in Minneapolis
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 24
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What happened
Northwestern Mutual is using the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis CPI series to adjust historical cost estimates. The company compared the 1980 USDA figure of $65,250 for raising a child (expressed in 1978 dollars) against a current estimate of $320,661, according to Northwestern Mutual.
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Why it matters
The comparison highlights the significant increase in the cost of raising a child over several decades. This type of cost modeling is relevant to Northwestern Mutual's internal target setting, which relies on accurate input data.
From aol.com
Who's involved
- Northwestern MutualConducting the cost comparison using CPI data
- MinneapolisThe market context for the cost comparison
- Neel KashkariPresident/CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, which provides the CPI series
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Northwestern Mutual's local CPI analysis may inform FED's economic viewNorthwestern Mutual's local CPI analysis may inform FED's economic viewPossible
- Mayor Frey may need to address local cost pressures revealed by economic dataMayor Frey may need to address local cost pressures revealed by economic dataPossible
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The entities involved
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Northwestern Mutual
company
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Minneapolis
city in and seat of Hennepin County, and largest city in State of Minnesota, United States