National Accounts: GDP by Expenditure: Constant Prices: Gross Fixed Capital Formation for Switzerland
NAEXKP04CHQ652S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
47,748,010,903.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.34%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 7/1/2023
Summary
This economic trend measures gross fixed capital formation in Switzerland, a key component of gross domestic product (GDP) that represents investment in fixed assets like machinery, equipment, and buildings.
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
Gross fixed capital formation is a macroeconomic indicator that captures the value of acquisitions of new or existing fixed assets by domestic producers. It is a crucial metric for understanding the investment dynamics and productive capacity of an economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Swiss Federal Statistical Office based on national accounts reporting.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers closely monitor gross fixed capital formation to assess the health of the Swiss economy and inform decisions around fiscal, monetary, and industrial policies.
Key Facts
- Gross fixed capital formation accounts for approximately 23% of Switzerland's GDP.
- Investment in machinery and equipment makes up the largest share of gross fixed capital formation in Switzerland.
- Trends in gross fixed capital formation are closely linked to the business cycle and economic growth in Switzerland.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures gross fixed capital formation in Switzerland, which represents investment in fixed assets like machinery, equipment, and buildings.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Gross fixed capital formation is a key indicator of economic activity and productive capacity, making it an important metric for analysts and policymakers to monitor.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Swiss Federal Statistical Office based on national accounts reporting.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in gross fixed capital formation are closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the health of the Swiss economy and inform decisions around fiscal, monetary, and industrial policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be some delay in the availability of the most recent data, as it is dependent on the reporting and publication schedule of the Swiss Federal Statistical Office.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, National Accounts: GDP by Expenditure: Constant Prices: Gross Fixed Capital Formation for Switzerland (NAEXKP04CHQ652S), retrieved from FRED.