Not Seasonally Adjusted
PBF4QNSADE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
298.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.76%
Date Range
7/1/2004 - 10/1/2019
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures U.S. total personal business fixed investment, a key economic indicator. It provides unaltered data on investment activity, without seasonal adjustments.
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
Personal business fixed investment refers to spending on equipment, software, and structures by private businesses. This unadjusted series offers a direct view of underlying investment trends, which is valuable for economists and policymakers analyzing the broader economic landscape.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
This metric is used to assess the health and direction of private investment, which is a major driver of economic growth.
Key Facts
- Investment in equipment, software, and structures is a key component of GDP.
- Unadjusted data shows the true magnitude of investment changes over time.
- Investment activity is closely watched by policymakers and analysts.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures total personal business fixed investment in the U.S. economy, which includes spending on equipment, software, and structures by private businesses.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This unadjusted investment data provides a direct view of underlying trends, which is valuable for economists and policymakers analyzing the broader economic landscape and private investment activity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Investment activity is closely watched by policymakers and analysts as it is a major driver of economic growth, and this unadjusted series offers insights into the health and direction of private investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, with typical lags of 1-2 months from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PBF4QNSADE), retrieved from FRED.