Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Construction: Current for Sweden
BCOBLV02SEM460S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-25.60
Year-over-Year Change
-35.84%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Construction: Current for Sweden measures the current economic activity in the Swedish construction industry based on order book levels.
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 survey-based economic indicator provides insights into the state of the Swedish construction sector by tracking order book levels, which are a proxy for current economic activity. It is widely used by economists and policymakers to assess the health of the construction industry and broader economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through a monthly survey of businesses in the Swedish construction sector.
Historical Context
The order book levels reported in this indicator are an important signal for construction industry performance and overall economic trends in Sweden.
Key Facts
- The survey covers businesses in the Swedish construction sector.
- Order book levels indicate current economic activity in the industry.
- This indicator is used to assess the health of the construction sector and broader Swedish economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator measures the current economic activity in the Swedish construction industry based on order book levels reported by businesses in the sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Order book levels are a key indicator of construction industry performance and broader economic conditions in Sweden, making this trend highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and industry analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a monthly survey of businesses in the Swedish construction sector.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this indicator to assess the health of the construction industry and broader economic trends in Sweden, which can inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly, with a typical delay of several weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Construction: Current for Sweden (BCOBLV02SEM460S), retrieved from FRED.