Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment: Economic Activity: Industry (Including Construction): Total for Luxembourg
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LFEAICTTLUQ647N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
-3.10%
Date Range
4/1/1998 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This series measures the Industrial Capacity Utilization rate in the United States on a quarterly, not seasonally adjusted basis. It is a key indicator of economic activity and industrial productivity.
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 Industrial Capacity Utilization rate tracks the percentage of total potential output that is actually being produced by U.S. factories, mines, and utilities. It provides insights into inflationary pressures, capital investment decisions, and the overall health of the industrial sector.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of industrial firms and calculates the utilization rate as a percentage of total potential capacity.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the business cycle, monitor inflation risks, and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Capacity utilization averaged 78.1% in 2022.
- The highest rate on record was 89.4% in 1967.
- Low capacity utilization can signal economic slack and deflationary pressures.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the percentage of total potential industrial output that is actually being produced in the United States on a quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The capacity utilization rate provides insights into inflationary pressures, capital investment decisions, and the overall health of the industrial sector, making it a key indicator for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of industrial firms and calculates the utilization rate as a percentage of total potential capacity.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the business cycle, monitor inflation risks, and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is released on a quarterly basis with a typical lag of around 6-8 weeks after the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFEAICTTLUQ647N), retrieved from FRED.