Producer Prices Index: Economic Activities: Manufacturing: Domestic for Portugal
Growth rate previous period, Monthly
PRTPIEAMP02GPM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-2.59
Year-over-Year Change
-1594.39%
Date Range
2/1/1982 - 12/1/2022
Summary
The 'Growth rate previous period, Monthly' series measures the month-over-month percent change in the Producer Price Index for Final Demand, a key metric of producer inflation in the United States.
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 Producer Price Index for Final Demand (PPI-FD) tracks changes in the prices received by domestic producers for their output. The growth rate of this index is an important economic indicator that provides insights into supply-side inflationary pressures.
Methodology
This data is collected through the Producer Price Index survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The PPI-FD growth rate is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to assess production-side price trends and their potential impact on consumer prices.
Key Facts
- The PPI-FD covers approximately 75% of domestic production.
- The monthly PPI-FD growth rate reached a high of 11.3% in March 2022.
- The PPI-FD is a leading indicator of consumer price inflation.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Growth rate previous period, Monthly' series measures the month-over-month percent change in the Producer Price Index for Final Demand, a key indicator of producer inflation in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The PPI-FD growth rate is an important economic indicator that provides insights into supply-side inflationary pressures, which can have significant implications for consumer prices, monetary policy, and business decision-making.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: This data is collected through the Producer Price Index survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The PPI-FD growth rate is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to assess production-side price trends and their potential impact on consumer prices, informing economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The PPI-FD data is published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of approximately two weeks after the end of the reference month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Monthly (PRTPIEAMP02GPM), retrieved from FRED.