Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Total: From 25 to 54 Years for Switzerland

Growth rate previous period, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LFEM25TTCHQ657N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-0.14

Year-over-Year Change

-127.97%

Date Range

4/1/2005 - 7/1/2023

Summary

This economic trend measures the quarter-over-quarter growth rate of employment, without seasonal adjustments. It provides insights into the underlying pace of hiring and labor market dynamics.

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 growth rate previous period, quarterly, not seasonally adjusted indicator tracks the percentage change in total employment from the prior quarter. This unadjusted metric is useful for analyzing real-world labor market trends and short-term shifts in hiring patterns.

Methodology

The data is calculated from the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength and trajectory of the U.S. labor market.

Key Facts

  • The series is published quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
  • It tracks the percentage change in total nonfarm employment.
  • The unadjusted data provides a raw view of labor market dynamics.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the quarter-over-quarter growth rate of total U.S. employment, without seasonal adjustments. It provides insights into the underlying pace of hiring and labor market dynamics.

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

A: This unadjusted metric is useful for analyzing real-world labor market trends and short-term shifts in hiring patterns, which is crucial information for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated from the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength and trajectory of the U.S. labor market, which is a key factor in economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The series is published quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve, so there may be a delay in the most recent data being available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFEM25TTCHQ657N), retrieved from FRED.