Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for United States
USASPASTT01GYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11.44
Year-over-Year Change
-26.33%
Date Range
1/1/1958 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for United States' trend measures the overall stock market performance in the United States. It is a key indicator of economic health and investor sentiment.
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 index tracks the overall stock market in the U.S. by measuring the weighted average price of all publicly traded shares. It is a widely followed benchmark used by economists, policymakers, and investors to gauge the state of the domestic economy.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on stock price information from major exchanges.
Historical Context
The share price index is closely monitored for signals about consumer confidence, business investment, and broader macroeconomic conditions.
Key Facts
- The index is calculated based on over 3,000 U.S. stocks.
- It reached an all-time high of 4,797.97 in January 2022.
- The index is published daily by the Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for United States' trend measures the overall performance of the U.S. stock market by tracking the weighted average price of all publicly traded shares.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is a key indicator of economic health and investor sentiment, providing important insights for economists, policymakers, and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on stock price information from major exchanges.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The share price index is closely monitored for signals about consumer confidence, business investment, and broader macroeconomic conditions, which inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published daily by the Federal Reserve with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for United States (USASPASTT01GYM), retrieved from FRED.