Production, Sales, Work Started and Orders: Production Volume: Economic Activity: Industry (Except Construction) for United States
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
PRINTO01USQ661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
101.87
Year-over-Year Change
5.12%
Date Range
1/1/1919 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the ratio of private residential fixed investment to GDP on a quarterly basis. It provides insights into the housing sector's contribution to the overall economy.
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 private residential fixed investment to GDP ratio is a key indicator of the housing market's health and its impact on economic growth. It captures the value of new construction, home improvements, and other residential investment relative to the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using national income and product accounts.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and investors to assess the housing market's performance and its implications for economic policy and financial markets.
Key Facts
- The ratio peaked at 6.7% in Q4 2005 during the housing bubble.
- It fell to a low of 2.4% in Q1 2011 during the Great Recession.
- The ratio has since recovered to around 3.7% as of the latest data.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the ratio of private residential fixed investment to GDP on a quarterly basis, providing insights into the housing sector's contribution to the overall economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The private residential fixed investment to GDP ratio is a key indicator of the housing market's health and its impact on economic growth, closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using national income and product accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, economists, and investors to assess the housing market's performance and its implications for economic policy and financial markets.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical delay of a few months from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PRINTO01USQ661N), retrieved from FRED.