Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Water Supply and Miscellaneous Services Relating to the Dwelling for Portugal
Index 2015=100, Quarterly
PRTCP040400IXOBQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
128.68
Year-over-Year Change
15.13%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Producer Price Index (PPI) for Total Manufacturing Industries, Quarterly tracks changes in the prices received by U.S. producers for their goods and services. This metric is a key indicator of inflation and business conditions.
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 Total Manufacturing Industries, Quarterly measures the average change in selling prices received by domestic producers for their output. It serves as an important leading indicator for inflation, providing insights into cost pressures and pricing dynamics throughout the economy.
Methodology
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of producers across the country to calculate this seasonally adjusted index.
Historical Context
The PPI is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to help guide monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The PPI is calculated based on over 100,000 price quotes per month.
- The index tracks prices at three major stages of production: crude, intermediate, and final.
- The PPI is considered a leading indicator, as producer price changes often precede changes in consumer prices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Producer Price Index (PPI) for Total Manufacturing Industries, Quarterly measures the average change in selling prices received by domestic producers for their goods and services.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The PPI is a key indicator of inflation and business conditions, providing insights into cost pressures and pricing dynamics throughout the economy. It is closely monitored by policymakers and economists.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects price data from a sample of producers across the country to calculate this seasonally adjusted index.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The PPI is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to help guide monetary policy decisions, as changes in producer prices often precede changes in consumer prices.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The PPI data is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of around two weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Index 2015=100, Quarterly (PRTCP040400IXOBQ), retrieved from FRED.