Business Tendency Surveys (Manufacturing): Confidence Indicators: Composite Indicators: National Indicator for Brazil
BSCICP02BRM460S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-3.20
Year-over-Year Change
113.33%
Date Range
4/1/1995 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Business Tendency Surveys (Manufacturing): Confidence Indicators: Composite Indicators: National Indicator for Brazil measures manufacturers' overall confidence in the Brazilian economy. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to gauge the health of the Brazilian industrial sector.
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 Business Tendency Surveys (Manufacturing) Confidence Indicator aggregates survey responses from Brazilian manufacturing firms to produce a composite index reflecting overall business sentiment. This forward-looking indicator provides insight into expectations for production, new orders, employment, and other key variables.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing companies in Brazil.
Historical Context
The confidence indicator is used by the Brazilian Central Bank and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The confidence indicator is a composite of several survey components.
- Values above 50 signal expansion, while values below 50 indicate contraction.
- The indicator is released monthly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Business Tendency Surveys (Manufacturing) Confidence Indicator for Brazil measures the overall level of confidence and optimism among Brazilian manufacturing firms.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This forward-looking indicator provides insight into the health of the Brazilian industrial sector and can help inform economic policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing companies in Brazil.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The confidence indicator is closely monitored by the Brazilian Central Bank and other institutions to assess the state of the economy and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The indicator is released monthly with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Tendency Surveys (Manufacturing): Confidence Indicators: Composite Indicators: National Indicator for Brazil (BSCICP02BRM460S), retrieved from FRED.