Total Fed Funds Sold and Securities Purchased Under Agreements to Resell, All Commercial Banks
Percent Change at Annual Rate, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted
H8B3092NCBCQG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
28.30
Year-over-Year Change
-654.90%
Date Range
4/1/2010 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks quarterly percentage changes in economic variables at an annualized rate, providing a standardized view of economic growth or contraction. The metric allows policymakers and analysts to compare economic performance across different time periods by converting quarterly changes into an annual equivalent.
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 at Annual Rate' represents a critical macroeconomic measurement that transforms short-term economic data into a comparable annual perspective. Economists use this metric to understand the trajectory of economic indicators like GDP, investment, or sector-specific performance.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic government surveys and statistical sampling, then mathematically adjusted to represent an annualized rate by multiplying the quarterly change by four.
Historical Context
This trend is essential for Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions, investment strategy, and comprehensive economic forecasting.
Key Facts
- Converts quarterly changes to an annualized equivalent for easier comparison
- Used across multiple economic sectors and indicators
- Provides a standardized view of short-term economic performance
FAQs
Q: What does 'Percent Change at Annual Rate' mean?
A: It's a method of expressing quarterly economic changes as if they continued at the same pace for an entire year, allowing for more meaningful comparisons.
Q: Why is this metric important?
A: It helps economists and policymakers understand economic trends by providing a consistent, comparable measure of economic performance across different time periods.
Q: How is the annual rate calculated?
A: The quarterly change is multiplied by four to project what the change would look like if it continued at the same rate for a full year.
Q: Where is this metric most commonly used?
A: It's frequently used in GDP reporting, investment analysis, and monetary policy discussions by institutions like the Federal Reserve.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: The annualized rate assumes consistent growth, which may not reflect actual long-term economic conditions or unexpected economic shifts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent Change at Annual Rate, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted [H8B3092NCBCQG], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025