International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Imports: Commodities for Switzerland
Growth rate previous period, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted
XTIMVA01CHM657S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.94
Year-over-Year Change
-176.29%
Date Range
2/1/1957 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the month-over-month growth rate of industrial production in the United States, adjusted for seasonal variations. It is a key indicator of the overall health and momentum of the U.S. 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 industrial production growth rate tracks changes in the volume of output from the U.S. manufacturing, mining, and utility sectors. It provides insights into economic activity, capacity utilization, and inflationary pressures that are important for policymakers and market analysts.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects and calculates this data from surveys of industrial facilities nationwide.
Historical Context
The industrial production growth rate is widely monitored by the Federal Reserve, economists, and financial markets as a gauge of economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The industrial production index has a base year of 2017.
- Manufacturing accounts for approximately 75% of total industrial production.
- The all-time high for the growth rate was 1.83% in July 1994.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the month-over-month percent change in the total volume of industrial output in the United States, adjusting for seasonal factors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The industrial production growth rate is a key indicator of the overall health of the U.S. economy, providing insights into economic activity, capacity utilization, and inflationary pressures.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects and calculates this data from surveys of industrial facilities nationwide.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The industrial production growth rate is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers as a gauge of current economic conditions and a factor in monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The industrial production data is released monthly by the Federal Reserve with a lag of approximately 15-20 days after the end of the reference month.
Related Trends
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Rate Total: From 15 to 24 Years for Switzerland
LREM24TTCHQ156S
Outstanding Domestic Public Debt Securities to GDP for Switzerland
DDDM04CHA156NWDB
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Unemployment Total: From 15 to 64 Years for Switzerland
LFUN64TTCHQ647S
Gross National Income for Switzerland
MKTGNICHA646NWDB
Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Coffee, Tea and Cocoa for Switzerland
CP0121CHM086NEST
Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices: Fruit for Switzerland
CP0116CHM086NEST
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth rate previous period, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted (XTIMVA01CHM657S), retrieved from FRED.