Production: Manufacturing: Total Manufacturing for Finland

Growth rate previous period, Monthly

FINPRMNTO01GPSAM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-0.77

Year-over-Year Change

-157.25%

Date Range

2/1/1964 - 5/1/2025

Summary

The 'Growth rate previous period, Monthly' measures the month-over-month change in a selected economic indicator. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the pace of economic growth.

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 trend represents the percent change in a given economic variable compared to the previous month. It is a key indicator of economic momentum and can signal turning points in the business cycle.

Methodology

The data is calculated based on the month-over-month percent change in the underlying series.

Historical Context

The growth rate trend is widely used to monitor the state of the economy and inform policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The growth rate can be positive or negative, indicating expansion or contraction.
  • Month-over-month growth rates are more volatile than year-over-year rates.
  • Policymakers closely monitor growth rates to assess the strength of the economy.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Growth rate previous period, Monthly' measures the percent change in a selected economic indicator compared to the previous month.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric is a key indicator of economic momentum and can signal turning points in the business cycle, making it highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated based on the month-over-month percent change in the underlying economic series.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers closely monitor growth rates to assess the strength of the economy and inform decisions on monetary and fiscal policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The growth rate data is typically published with a short delay, as it requires the underlying economic series to be available for the current and previous months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Monthly (FINPRMNTO01GPSAM), retrieved from FRED.