Spliced Business Formations Within Eight Quarters: Total for All NAICS in Northeast Census Region
Seasonally Adjusted
BFSBF8QTOTALSANO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,262.00
Year-over-Year Change
7.50%
Date Range
7/1/2004 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Seasonally Adjusted Business Fixed Investment: Structures data series tracks investment in nonresidential structures by U.S. businesses. This metric is a key indicator of economic activity and business confidence.
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 Seasonally Adjusted Business Fixed Investment: Structures data represents inflation-adjusted investments in nonresidential buildings and other structures by private businesses. Economists closely monitor this series as a gauge of capital expenditures and overall economic health.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and adjusted for seasonal variations.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess business investment trends and their potential impact on employment, production, and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Measures inflation-adjusted investment in nonresidential structures.
- Indicates business confidence and capital expenditures.
- Closely tracked by economists and policymakers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This data series tracks inflation-adjusted investments in nonresidential buildings and other structures by private businesses in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is a key indicator of business confidence and capital expenditures, which are closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess economic health and growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and adjusted for seasonal variations.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate trends in business investment and their potential impact on employment, production, and broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to periodic updates and revisions by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, which may result in slight delays in availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted Business Fixed Investment: Structures (BFSBF8QTOTALSANO), retrieved from FRED.