While I do not agree with the current readings of the measure – I think the measure dramatically understates the probability of deflation, as measured by the CPI – the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta maintains an interesting data series titled “Deflation Probabilities.”
As stated on the site:
Using estimates derived from Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) markets, described in a technical appendix, this weekly report provides two measures of the probability of consumer price index (CPI) deflation through 2017.
A chart shows the trends of the two probabilities. As one can see in the chart, the readings are volatile.
As for the current weekly reading, the June 6 update states the following:
One measure of the probability of deflation for the 2013–18 period was 4 percent on June 5, up from 0 percent the previous week. The 2012–17 deflation probability ticked up from 0 percent to 1 percent.
Prices of Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) with similar maturity dates can be used to measure probabilities of a net decline in the consumer price index over the five-year period starting in early 2013 or the five-year period starting in early 2012.
I plan on providing updates to this measure on a regular interval.
_________
I post various economic indicators and indices because I believe they should be carefully monitored. However, as those familiar with this blog are aware, I do not necessarily agree with what they depict or imply.
_____
The Special Note summarizes my overall thoughts about our economic situation
SPX at 1622.49 this post is written