Growth Rate Previous Period, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BPCRSE01PTA657S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11.21
Year-over-Year Change
193.10%
Date Range
1/1/1997 - 1/1/2013
Summary
This economic trend measures the annual growth rate of a specific data series, without seasonal adjustment. It provides insights into the underlying momentum and direction of economic activity.
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 Growth Rate Previous Period, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted metric calculates the year-over-year percent change in a data series. This allows economists to analyze broader economic trends by smoothing out short-term fluctuations and identifying persistent patterns.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using the standard formula for year-over-year percent change.
Historical Context
This trend is widely used by policymakers, analysts, and researchers to inform economic decision-making and monitor the health of the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- The data is released monthly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
- The growth rate is calculated as a year-over-year percent change.
- This metric provides insight into the underlying economic momentum.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the annual growth rate of a specific data series, without adjusting for seasonal factors. It provides insights into the underlying momentum and direction of economic activity.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is widely used by policymakers, analysts, and researchers to monitor the health of the U.S. economy and inform economic decision-making. It allows for the identification of persistent patterns by smoothing out short-term fluctuations.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using the standard formula for year-over-year percent change.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the overall direction and momentum of the U.S. economy, which informs policy decisions and investment strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with no significant update delays. However, the non-seasonally adjusted nature of the metric may limit its direct comparability across different time periods.
Related Trends
Consumer Price Index: Alcoholic Beverages, Tobacco and Narcotics (COICOP 02): Total for Portugal
PRTCP020000IXNBQ
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Male: From 15 to 24 Years for Portugal
LFEM24MAPTA647N
Consumer Price Index: OECD Groups: Housing: Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing for Portugal
PRTCPGRHO02GPM
Broad Effective Exchange Rate for Portugal
NBPTBIS
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Working-Age Population Total: From 15 to 24 Years for Portugal
LFWA24TTPTA647N
Business Tendency Surveys: Composite Business Confidence: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles for Portugal
PRTBRCICP02STSAM
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth Rate Previous Period, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRSE01PTA657S), retrieved from FRED.