Rest of the World; Municipal Securities; Asset, Transactions

Annual

ROWMSLA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

6,487.00

Year-over-Year Change

-1192.09%

Date Range

1/1/1946 - 1/1/2024

Summary

The Annual trend measures the average annual sales of selected multinational enterprises. It provides insights into the global operations and performance of large companies, which is important for economists and policymakers analyzing international trade and investment dynamics.

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 Annual trend tracks the total annual sales revenue for a sample of the largest multinational enterprises headquartered in the United States. This metric offers a high-level view of the scale and reach of major American corporations in global markets.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of multinational enterprises and aggregated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Historical Context

Analysts use this trend to gauge the international competitiveness and market influence of leading U.S. companies.

Key Facts

  • The Annual trend covers over 2,000 U.S. multinational enterprises.
  • Sales of these firms account for more than 60% of total U.S. exports.
  • The data is published with a 6-month lag.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Annual trend tracks the total annual sales revenue for a sample of the largest multinational enterprises headquartered in the United States.

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

A: This metric offers insights into the global operations and performance of major American corporations, which is important for analyzing international trade and investment dynamics.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of multinational enterprises and aggregated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Analysts use this trend to gauge the international competitiveness and market influence of leading U.S. companies, which informs policymakers on trade and globalization issues.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a 6-month lag.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual (ROWMSLA027N), retrieved from FRED.