Production: Industry: Total Industry Excluding Construction for Euro Area (19 Countries)

Index 2015=100, Annual, Seasonally Adjusted

PRINTO01EZA661S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

105.19

Year-over-Year Change

9.15%

Date Range

1/1/1980 - 1/1/2022

Summary

The Producer Price Index (PPI) for Printing and Related Support Activities measures changes in wholesale prices for the printing industry. It is a key indicator of inflationary pressures and business-to-business pricing trends.

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 PPI for Printing and Related Support Activities tracks the average change in selling prices received by domestic producers for their output. It covers a range of printing-related products and services, providing insights into industry-specific pricing dynamics.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of domestic producers and calculated based on reported selling prices.

Historical Context

The PPI is closely monitored by policymakers, industry analysts, and businesses to assess cost pressures and inform economic decision-making.

Key Facts

  • The PPI for Printing covers a range of printing, publishing, and related support activities.
  • It is measured on an annual basis and reported in a seasonally adjusted format.
  • The index uses 2015 as the base year, with a value of 100.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Producer Price Index (PPI) for Printing and Related Support Activities measures changes in wholesale prices received by domestic producers in the printing industry.

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

A: The Printing PPI provides insights into industry-specific inflationary pressures and pricing dynamics, which are important for businesses, policymakers, and economic analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of domestic producers and calculated based on reported selling prices.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The Printing PPI is closely monitored by policymakers, industry analysts, and businesses to assess cost pressures and inform economic decision-making.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The Printing PPI is reported on an annual basis in a seasonally adjusted format, with no significant update delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Index 2015=100, Annual, Seasonally Adjusted (PRINTO01EZA661S), retrieved from FRED.