Producer Prices Index: Economic activities: Industrial activities: Domestic for Sweden
SWEPIEATI02GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-4.77
Year-over-Year Change
-256.99%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 12/1/2020
Summary
The Producer Prices Index (PPI) for industrial activities in Sweden measures changes in the prices producers charge for their goods and services. This is a key indicator of domestic inflation and cost pressures in the Swedish 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 PPI for industrial activities in Sweden tracks the average change in prices received by domestic producers for their outputs. This provides insight into inflationary dynamics and supply chain pressures from the producer perspective, complementing other measures like consumer prices.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of Swedish industrial firms and calculated as a weighted index by the national statistics agency.
Historical Context
The PPI is used by Swedish policymakers, central bankers, and market analysts to assess economic conditions and inform policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The PPI is calculated as a weighted average of output prices from Swedish industrial firms.
- The index has a base year of 2015 = 100.
- PPI data is released monthly by Statistics Sweden.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Producer Prices Index (PPI) for industrial activities in Sweden measures changes in the prices producers charge for their goods and services, providing insight into domestic inflation pressures.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The PPI is a key indicator used by policymakers, central bankers, and market analysts to assess economic conditions and inflationary dynamics in Sweden.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of Swedish industrial firms and calculated as a weighted index by the national statistics agency.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The PPI is used by Swedish policymakers and the central bank to monitor cost pressures and inform monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The PPI data is released monthly by Statistics Sweden with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Producer Prices Index: Economic activities: Industrial activities: Domestic for Sweden (SWEPIEATI02GYM), retrieved from FRED.