Banking and Finance Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom

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

Latest Value

89.00

Year-over-Year Change

1.80%

Date Range

11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025

Summary

The Banking and Finance Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom index tracks job postings in the UK's financial sector, providing insight into labor demand in this critical industry.

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 indicator measures the volume of job postings for banking, finance, and related roles on the popular job site Indeed. It offers timely, high-frequency data on hiring trends in the UK's financial services sector, which is a key driver of the national economy.

Methodology

The data is collected and aggregated from job posting information on the Indeed platform.

Historical Context

This index is used by economists, policymakers, and investors to assess the health and outlook of the UK's financial industry.

Key Facts

  • The index has a base value of 100 in January 2020.
  • Financial services account for around 7% of UK GDP.
  • The UK is a global hub for banking and finance.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This index tracks the volume of job postings for banking, finance, and related roles on the Indeed job site in the United Kingdom.

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

A: This indicator provides timely insight into labor demand in the UK's critical financial services sector, which is a key driver of the national economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and aggregated from job posting information on the Indeed platform.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists, policymakers, and investors use this index to assess the health and outlook of the UK's financial industry.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index data is published in a timely manner, though there may be occasional delays or limitations inherent in analyzing job posting information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Banking and Finance Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom (IHLIDXGBTPBAFI), retrieved from FRED.