Quarterly

WSCNBD01JPQ189N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2,236,441,653,333.33

Year-over-Year Change

21.75%

Date Range

1/1/1955 - 7/1/2013

Summary

The 'Quarterly' economic trend measures the quarterly change in the value of new orders received by U.S. manufacturing companies. It is a key indicator of economic activity and business investment.

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 'Quarterly' trend tracks the quarter-over-quarter change in the total value of new orders placed with U.S. manufacturers. This data provides insight into the health and momentum of the manufacturing sector, which is a vital component of the broader economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing companies and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Historical Context

Analysts and policymakers closely monitor this trend to assess the state of the industrial economy and guide economic and monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The 'Quarterly' trend is reported on a monthly basis by the U.S. Census Bureau.
  • New orders data is considered a leading indicator of future production and investment.
  • Manufacturing accounts for approximately 11% of U.S. GDP.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Quarterly' trend measures the quarter-over-quarter change in the total value of new orders received by U.S. manufacturing companies.

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

A: New orders data provides valuable insights into the health and momentum of the manufacturing sector, which is a crucial component of the broader U.S. economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing companies and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Analysts and policymakers closely monitor the 'Quarterly' trend to assess the state of the industrial economy and guide economic and monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The 'Quarterly' trend is reported on a monthly basis, with a typical delay of several weeks between the end of the reference quarter and the data release.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly (WSCNBD01JPQ189N), retrieved from FRED.