Change in Real Private Inventories for Japan
JPNRGDPCII • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,649.20
Year-over-Year Change
-17.66%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The 'Change in Real Private Inventories for Japan' metric measures the inflation-adjusted change in the value of goods held in inventory by private businesses in Japan. This indicator provides insight into production and investment trends in the Japanese economy.
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 'Change in Real Private Inventories' series tracks the quarterly change in the volume of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods held by private companies in Japan. It is a key component of the country's real gross domestic product (GDP) calculation and can signal shifts in consumer demand, production, and business confidence.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on reports from a sample of private companies in Japan.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this inventory metric to assess the health of the broader Japanese economy and guide fiscal and monetary policies.
Key Facts
- Japan is the world's third-largest economy.
- Private inventories account for around 1% of Japan's GDP.
- Inventory changes can signal shifts in consumer demand and business confidence.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Change in Real Private Inventories for Japan' metric tracks the inflation-adjusted quarterly change in the value of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods held by private companies in Japan.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring changes in private inventories provides insight into production, investment, and consumer demand trends in the Japanese economy, which is useful for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on reports from a sample of private companies in Japan.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers track this inventory metric to assess the health of the broader Japanese economy and guide fiscal and monetary policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly, with some delay in reporting, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Change in Real Private Inventories for Japan (JPNRGDPCII), retrieved from FRED.