Production: Manufacturing: Consumer Goods: Durable Goods for Brazil
Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
PRMNCG02BRA661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
104.32
Year-over-Year Change
-3.83%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 1/1/2018
Summary
This trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted producer price index for Brazil's manufacturing sector. It provides insight into overall price changes for Brazilian manufactured goods.
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 producer price index (PPI) tracks changes in the prices received by domestic producers for their output. The annual, not seasonally adjusted PPI for Brazilian manufacturing is a key economic indicator used to assess inflationary pressures and the competitiveness of the country's manufacturing industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of Brazilian producers and calculated by the national statistics agency.
Historical Context
The Brazilian PPI is monitored by policymakers, central bankers, and market analysts to inform decisions on monetary policy, trade, and investment.
Key Facts
- Brazil is one of the world's largest manufacturing economies.
- The PPI reflects wholesale rather than consumer prices.
- The index is published monthly with a lag of several weeks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted producer price index for Brazil's manufacturing sector, providing insight into overall price changes for Brazilian manufactured goods.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Brazilian PPI is a key indicator used by policymakers, central bankers, and market analysts to assess inflationary pressures and the competitiveness of the country's manufacturing industry, informing decisions on monetary policy, trade, and investment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of Brazilian producers and calculated by the national statistics agency.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Brazilian PPI is closely monitored by policymakers and central bankers to inform decisions on monetary policy, as well as by market analysts to assess the competitiveness of Brazil's manufacturing sector and its implications for trade and investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly with a lag of several weeks, and may not fully capture all price changes in the manufacturing sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PRMNCG02BRA661N), retrieved from FRED.