Producer Prices Index: Type of Goods: Consumer Goods: Domestic for Japan
JPNPITGCG02GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.13
Year-over-Year Change
-14.63%
Date Range
1/1/1971 - 4/1/2022
Summary
The Producer Prices Index (PPI) for Consumer Goods in Japan measures changes in the wholesale prices paid by domestic producers for consumer goods. This key economic indicator provides insights into inflationary pressures and production costs facing Japanese businesses.
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 PPI for Consumer Goods in Japan tracks the average change in prices received by domestic producers for their output of consumer goods. It serves as an important leading indicator for broader inflation trends and a barometer of production-side economic health.
Methodology
The data is collected through a nationwide survey of Japanese producers and manufacturers.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this PPI metric to anticipate changes in consumer prices and assess the state of the Japanese economy.
Key Facts
- Japan's PPI for Consumer Goods is published monthly by the Bank of Japan.
- The index is measured relative to a base year of 2015 = 100.
- Rising PPI often signals higher future consumer price inflation.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Producer Prices Index (PPI) for Consumer Goods in Japan tracks changes in the wholesale prices paid by domestic producers for their output of consumer goods.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This PPI metric provides insights into inflationary pressures and production costs facing Japanese businesses, serving as a leading indicator for broader consumer price trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a nationwide survey of Japanese producers and manufacturers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this PPI metric to anticipate changes in consumer prices and assess the state of the Japanese economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The PPI for Consumer Goods in Japan is published monthly by the Bank of Japan with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Producer Prices Index: Type of Goods: Consumer Goods: Domestic for Japan (JPNPITGCG02GYM), retrieved from FRED.