The CPI Does Not Include Investment Items, Such as Stocks

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Essay

The CPI does not include investment items, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and life insurance? What reason would the BLS have for not counting these items?

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Definitions:

Lobotomy

A surgical procedure that involves cutting or scraping away most of the connections to and from the prefrontal cortex, once used to treat mental disorders.

Permanently Lethargic

Describes a state of continuous tiredness, a lack of energy, and general disinterest in activities, which may stem from various medical or psychological conditions.

Patients

Individuals who receive medical treatment or care from healthcare professionals due to illness or injuries.

Lobotomy

A now-obsolete surgical procedure involving the cutting or scraping away of sections of the frontal lobes of the brain, once used to treat mental illness.