Producer Prices Index: Economic Activities: Industrial Activities: Total for Switzerland
Growth rate previous period, Quarterly
CHEPIEATI01GPQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-0.13
Year-over-Year Change
-67.99%
Date Range
7/1/2002 - 10/1/2022
Summary
The growth rate previous period, quarterly measures the quarter-over-quarter change in the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, a key indicator of U.S. inflation.
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
This economic trend provides insight into the pace of change in consumer prices, which is closely watched by policymakers and analysts to assess the overall health of the economy and guide monetary policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on its quarterly PCE price index.
Historical Context
The growth rate previous period, quarterly is used to monitor inflation and inform policy responses by the Federal Reserve and other government institutions.
Key Facts
- The PCE price index is the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation.
- Quarterly growth rates help identify short-term price trends.
- Inflation data informs the Fed's interest rate decisions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The growth rate previous period, quarterly measures the quarter-over-quarter change in the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, a key indicator of U.S. inflation.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into the pace of change in consumer prices, which is closely watched by policymakers and analysts to assess the overall health of the economy and guide monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on its quarterly PCE price index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The growth rate previous period, quarterly is used by the Federal Reserve and other government institutions to monitor inflation and inform policy responses.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a quarterly basis, with some potential delays in availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Quarterly (CHEPIEATI01GPQ), retrieved from FRED.