Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Constant Dollars for United States
A02278USA006NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.40
Year-over-Year Change
26.32%
Date Range
1/1/1929 - 1/1/1962
Summary
This economic indicator tracks private capital investment in manufacturing facilities in the United States, providing insights into business confidence and capacity expansion.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The 'Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Constant Dollars for United States' measure represents the value of new construction for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and other industrial buildings. It is a key indicator of business investment and economic growth.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts as a barometer of manufacturing activity and investment sentiment.
Key Facts
- Investment in manufacturing structures has declined since the 2008 financial crisis.
- This metric reached an all-time high of $97.3 billion in 2000.
- Trends in private manufacturing investment are closely tied to the broader economic cycle.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks private capital investment in the construction of manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and other industrial buildings in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Private manufacturing investment is a key indicator of business confidence, capacity expansion, and the overall health of the industrial sector.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and market analysts closely monitor this metric as a barometer of manufacturing activity and investment sentiment, which can inform economic and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis with a lag of several months, so it may not reflect the most recent economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Constant Dollars for United States (A02278USA006NNBR), retrieved from FRED.