Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Housing Excluding Imputed Rentals for Housing for Portugal
Index 2015=100, Monthly
PRTCPGRHO02IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
135.85
Year-over-Year Change
5.36%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Participation Rate, Civilian Population (2015=100), Monthly tracks the monthly changes in the U.S. civilian labor force participation rate, a key economic indicator.
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
This monthly index measures the percentage of the civilian noninstitutional population aged 16 and over that is actively employed or seeking work. It is a vital metric for evaluating labor market health and economic trends.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through the Current Population Survey.
Historical Context
The participation rate provides important context for policymakers and analysts examining employment, productivity, and economic growth.
Key Facts
- The participation rate reached a peak of 67.3% in early 2000.
- The rate declined during the Great Recession and has remained below 63% since 2013.
- Declining participation can indicate discouraged workers exiting the labor force.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Participation Rate, Civilian Population (2015=100), Monthly measures the percentage of the civilian non-institutional population aged 16 and over that is actively employed or actively seeking work.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The participation rate is a key indicator of labor market health and economic activity. Tracking changes in the participation rate provides important context for policymakers and analysts examining employment, productivity, and economic growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through the Current Population Survey.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The participation rate is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts to evaluate the strength of the labor market and broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The participation rate data is released monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics with a typical delay of a few weeks from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Participation Rate, Civilian Population (2015=100), Monthly (PRTCPGRHO02IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.