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Growth rate previous period, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted

MABMM301JPM657S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-0.03

Year-over-Year Change

-125.62%

Date Range

2/1/1980 - 2/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator measures the month-over-month growth rate of the selected economic series, adjusted for seasonal variations. It provides insight into the pace of economic expansion or contraction.

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, monthly, seasonally adjusted metric calculates the percent change in a given economic indicator from the prior month, after accounting for typical seasonal patterns. This helps analysts and policymakers identify underlying trends by isolating the month-to-month change from seasonal factors.

Methodology

The U.S. Federal Reserve collects the source data and applies statistical adjustments to remove seasonal effects.

Historical Context

Policymakers and economists use this indicator to assess the current state and momentum of the economy.

Key Facts

  • This metric is calculated as the percent change from the prior month.
  • Seasonal adjustments remove typical calendar-related fluctuations.
  • The indicator provides insight into the underlying economic trend.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator measures the month-over-month growth rate of a selected economic series, after adjusting for typical seasonal variations.

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

A: Tracking the seasonally adjusted month-to-month growth rate helps identify the underlying momentum of the economy, beyond typical calendar-related fluctuations.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The U.S. Federal Reserve collects the source data and applies statistical adjustments to remove seasonal effects.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists use this indicator to assess the current state and momentum of the economy, which informs policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

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

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted (MABMM301JPM657S), retrieved from FRED.