Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Gross output of general government: Intermediate goods and services purchased: Durable goods: Vehicles

B288RN2A224NBEA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.03

Year-over-Year Change

-160.00%

Date Range

1/1/1973 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures changes in the contributions of durable goods, specifically vehicles, to the percent change in national defense consumption expenditures and gross investment in the United States.

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 Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Gross output of general government: Intermediate goods and services purchased: Durable goods: Vehicles metric provides insight into the components driving overall changes in national defense spending on durable goods.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Historical Context

This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in national defense spending and investment.

Key Facts

  • Tracks changes in contributions to national defense spending on durable goods, specifically vehicles.
  • Provides insight into the components driving overall changes in national defense consumption and investment.
  • Used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in national defense spending.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the contributions of durable goods, specifically vehicles, to the percent change in national defense consumption expenditures and gross investment in the United States.

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

A: This metric provides valuable insight into the components driving overall changes in national defense spending, which is important for economists and policymakers analyzing trends in government expenditures.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in national defense spending and investment, which can inform policy decisions related to government budgets and defense expenditures.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be delays in the availability of this data, as it is dependent on the publication schedule of the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Gross output of general government: Intermediate goods and services purchased: Durable goods: Vehicles (B288RN2A224NBEA), retrieved from FRED.