US Acquisition of Portfolio Investment Assets: Equity and investment fund shares
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
IEAAPIEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25,207.00
Year-over-Year Change
-71.65%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series measures the average hourly earnings of all private nonfarm employees in the United States. It is a key economic indicator for monitoring wage growth 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
This series represents the average hourly earnings of all private nonfarm payroll employees, without adjusting for seasonal variations. It is widely used by economists and policymakers to assess the overall health of the labor market and inflationary trends in the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through a monthly survey of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Quarterly earnings data helps inform monetary policy decisions by the Federal Reserve and is closely watched by financial markets.
Key Facts
- Measures average hourly earnings for all private nonfarm employees.
- Not adjusted for seasonal variations.
- Provides insight into labor market conditions and inflationary pressures.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series measures the average hourly earnings of all private nonfarm employees in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers as it provides insight into the overall health of the labor market and inflationary pressures in the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a monthly survey of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Quarterly earnings data helps inform monetary policy decisions by the Federal Reserve and is closely watched by financial markets.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a quarterly basis with a typical delay of several weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (IEAAPIEN), retrieved from FRED.