Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Total: From 15 to 24 Years for Brazil

Persons, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted

LFEM24TTBRQ647S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2,833,307.00

Year-over-Year Change

-18.78%

Date Range

4/1/2002 - 7/1/2015

Summary

This economic trend measures the total number of persons employed in the United States on a quarterly basis, adjusted for seasonal factors. It is a key indicator of labor market conditions and overall economic activity.

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 Persons, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted trend represents the total number of employed persons in the U.S. economy, reported on a quarterly frequency and adjusted to remove regular seasonal variations. This metric is widely used by economists and policymakers to assess the health and trajectory of the labor market.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a joint effort between the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This employment trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic and monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. employed over 158 million people as of the latest quarter.
  • Employment levels have recovered to pre-pandemic highs.
  • The labor force participation rate remains below its long-term average.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of persons employed in the United States on a quarterly basis, adjusted for seasonal variations.

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

A: The Persons, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted trend is a key indicator of labor market conditions and overall economic activity, making it highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a joint effort between the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This employment trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic and monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a typical lag of several weeks from the end of the reference period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Persons, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (LFEM24TTBRQ647S), retrieved from FRED.