Real Gross Domestic Product: Utilities (22) in Delaware
Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate
DEUTILRQGSP • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,276.60
Year-over-Year Change
14.07%
Date Range
1/1/2005 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate measures capacity utilization in the U.S. manufacturing, mining, and electric and gas utility industries. It is a key indicator of economic activity and industrial productivity.
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 measure represents the relationship between an industry's actual output and its potential full-capacity output. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the health of the industrial sector and identify potential inflationary pressures.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on surveys of industrial facilities.
Historical Context
Capacity utilization trends are closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and factor into monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The current capacity utilization rate is 79.7% as of the latest data.
- Capacity utilization peaked at 85.1% in 2018.
- Low capacity utilization can signal underperforming economic activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate measures the utilization of industrial production capacity in the U.S. manufacturing, mining, and utility sectors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Capacity utilization is an important gauge of industrial productivity and economic health. It helps identify inflationary pressures and informs monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve calculates this measure based on surveys of industrial facilities across the country.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Federal Reserve closely monitors capacity utilization as it provides insights into the manufacturing sector and can signal emerging inflationary pressures, informing monetary policy actions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly with a lag of around one month. The measure may not fully capture rapid changes in industrial activity.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (DEUTILRQGSP), retrieved from FRED.