Percent of GDP, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

BPBLTT01AUA188S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-3.22

Year-over-Year Change

55.56%

Date Range

1/1/1960 - 1/1/2013

Summary

This economic trend measures the total value of all goods and services produced in the United States as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP) on an annual, not seasonally adjusted basis.

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 Percent of GDP, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted series provides a high-level view of the relative size and performance of the U.S. economy. This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the overall health and trajectory of the national economy.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using a range of economic indicators and national accounting principles.

Historical Context

This trend helps inform decisions around fiscal, monetary, and trade policies that can impact economic growth and stability.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. GDP was approximately $23.9 trillion in 2021.
  • GDP as a percentage of the U.S. economy was 99.7% in 2021.
  • The highest annual GDP percentage was 118.3% in 1944 during World War II.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of all goods and services produced in the United States as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP) on an annual, not seasonally adjusted basis.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides a high-level view of the relative size and performance of the U.S. economy, which is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the overall health and trajectory of the national economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using a range of economic indicators and national accounting principles.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend helps inform decisions around fiscal, monetary, and trade policies that can impact economic growth and stability.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released annually with a lag of several months, so there may be delays in accessing the most recent information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent of GDP, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPBLTT01AUA188S), retrieved from FRED.