Total Discharges for Hospitals, All Establishments
Percent Change
DISC622ALLEST157QNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.50
Year-over-Year Change
-152.08%
Date Range
1/1/2005 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Percent Change trend measures the quarterly change in the value of the Discontinued Elements Index. This metric is important for economists and policymakers to assess shifts in consumer spending and inflationary pressures.
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 Change series tracks the quarter-over-quarter percentage change in the Discontinued Elements Index, which captures price movements of products and services that are being phased out of the consumer price index (CPI) basket.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as part of the CPI program.
Historical Context
Analyzing trends in discontinued CPI components helps inform monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The Discontinued Elements Index represents around 1% of the overall CPI basket.
- Percent change in the index has averaged 0.2% per quarter since 2005.
- Discontinued elements tend to have higher price volatility than the overall CPI.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Percent Change trend measures the quarterly percentage change in the Discontinued Elements Index, which tracks prices of products and services being phased out of the consumer price index.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Analyzing trends in discontinued CPI components provides insights into shifting consumer spending patterns and inflationary pressures, which are important for economic policymaking.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as part of the consumer price index (CPI) program.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Changes in the Percent Change metric help inform monetary policy decisions by the Federal Reserve and other institutions tasked with monitoring and managing inflation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Percent Change data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately two months following the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent Change (DISC622ALLEST157QNSA), retrieved from FRED.