Contract EscalationConsumer Price Indexes often are used to escalate or adjust payments for rents, wages, alimony, child support and other obligations that may be affected by changes in the cost of living. There is a fact sheet explaining how to use the CPI for escalating contracts. Producer Price Indexes can also be used in escalation contracts. A fact sheet explaining the details is available.
Last Modified Date: October 16, 2001 |
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