Current Prices Received; Diffusion Index for Federal Reserve District 3: Philadelphia
This dataset tracks current prices received; diffusion index for federal reserve district 3: philadelphia over time.
Latest Value
12.40
Year-over-Year Change
-5.34%
Date Range
3/1/2011 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Current Prices Received; Diffusion Index for Federal Reserve District 3: Philadelphia measures the diffusion of current prices received by businesses in the Philadelphia Federal Reserve District. This trend provides insight into regional price and inflation dynamics.
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 Current Prices Received; Diffusion Index tracks the breadth of price changes across firms in the Philadelphia region. It captures the percentage of businesses reporting higher prices versus those reporting lower prices, offering a real-time gauge of inflationary pressures at the regional level.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Philadelphia Fed's monthly Business Outlook Survey of manufacturers.
Historical Context
This regional price trend is closely monitored by policymakers and analysts for its implications on Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 100, with 50 indicating an even split between rising and falling prices.
- The Philadelphia Fed District covers eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.
- This regional price trend helps complement the national-level producer price index (PPI).
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Current Prices Received; Diffusion Index for Federal Reserve District 3: Philadelphia measures the breadth of current price changes among businesses in the Philadelphia region.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This regional price index provides timely insights into inflationary pressures and is closely watched by policymakers and market participants for its implications on monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the monthly Business Outlook Survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Philadelphia Fed's regional price diffusion index is used by economists and policymakers to assess localized inflation dynamics and inform Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is released monthly, with a short lag, and provides a real-time snapshot of price changes in the Philadelphia Federal Reserve District.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Current Prices Received; Diffusion Index for Federal Reserve District 3: Philadelphia (PRBNDIF066MSFRBPHI), retrieved from FRED.