Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Unemployment Rate Male: From 15 to 74 Years for Switzerland

Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LRUN74MACHA156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4.18

Year-over-Year Change

-2.91%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States. It provides valuable insight into long-term employment trends that are crucial for policymakers and analysts.

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 annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is a key indicator of labor market conditions in the U.S. It represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking employment over a 12-month period, without adjusting for typical seasonal variations.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of the U.S. labor market and inform economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached a high of 9.6% in 2010 during the Great Recession.
  • In 2021, the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3%.
  • The trend is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States, which represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless but actively seeking employment over a 12-month period.

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

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is a crucial indicator of long-term labor market conditions in the U.S. and is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of the labor market and inform economic policy decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to evaluate the overall health of the U.S. labor market and inform decisions on economic policies, such as interest rates, fiscal stimulus, and employment programs.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical delay of 1-2 months between the reference period and the data release.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRUN74MACHA156N), retrieved from FRED.