Employment to Population Rate: All Ages: Females for France
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LREPTTFEFRQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
38.61
Year-over-Year Change
0.06%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 7/1/2014
Summary
This series measures real private fixed investment in equipment and software on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. It is a key indicator of business investment and economic growth.
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 Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series tracks inflation-adjusted private fixed investment in equipment and software, which includes expenditures on machinery, vehicles, and information processing equipment. This metric provides insight into business spending and capital formation, two crucial drivers of economic expansion.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers closely monitor this trend to assess the health of the broader economy and make informed decisions.
Key Facts
- Equipment and software investment accounts for over 7% of U.S. GDP.
- This metric has grown at an average annual rate of 4.3% since 2010.
- Investment in information processing equipment is the largest component of this series.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures real private fixed investment in equipment and software, which includes expenditures on machinery, vehicles, and information processing equipment.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Equipment and software investment is a key indicator of business spending and capital formation, which are crucial drivers of economic growth. Monitoring this trend provides insights into the health of the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers closely monitor this trend to assess the state of the economy and make informed decisions about fiscal and monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly, and there may be a lag of several weeks between the end of the reference period and the publication of the latest figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LREPTTFEFRQ156N), retrieved from FRED.