Individual Income Tax Filing: Statutory Adjustments: Keogh and Self-Employed Retirement Plans
KSERP • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
988,520.00
Year-over-Year Change
-17.71%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2016
Summary
The 'Individual Income Tax Filing: Statutory Adjustments: Keogh and Self-Employed Retirement Plans' trend measures the value of tax deductions claimed for contributions to Keogh and self-employed retirement plans. This metric is a key indicator of self-employment activity and retirement savings behavior.
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 economic trend tracks the total dollar amount of deductions claimed on individual income tax returns for contributions to Keogh and other self-employed retirement plans. It provides insight into the savings and investment habits of self-employed workers, which is valuable for economists and policymakers analyzing trends in small business activity and household financial security.
Methodology
The data is collected through the annual processing of individual income tax returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service.
Historical Context
Analysts monitor this trend to gauge the financial health and retirement preparedness of the self-employed population.
Key Facts
- Keogh plans are tax-deferred retirement accounts for the self-employed.
- Contributions to Keogh and self-employed plans are deductible from taxable income.
- Trends in this metric reflect changes in self-employment and retirement savings behavior.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of tax deductions claimed for contributions to Keogh and other retirement plans by self-employed individuals.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the retirement savings and investment behavior of the self-employed population, which is valuable for understanding trends in small business activity and household financial security.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the annual processing of individual income tax returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge the financial health and retirement preparedness of the self-employed population, which informs decisions related to taxation, retirement policy, and small business support.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released annually with a lag due to the time required to process individual tax returns.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Individual Income Tax Filing: Statutory Adjustments: Keogh and Self-Employed Retirement Plans (KSERP), retrieved from FRED.