Percent of GDP, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted
BPBLTT01ILQ188S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.79
Year-over-Year Change
5480.00%
Date Range
1/1/1995 - 10/1/2014
Summary
This economic trend measures the percent of GDP that business fixed investment in information processing equipment and software comprises on a quarterly, seasonally adjusted basis. It provides important insights into business spending patterns and technological 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 Percent of GDP, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted metric tracks the relative size of business spending on information technology and related equipment as a share of the overall economy. This serves as a key indicator of business confidence, technology adoption, and productivity growth.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this metric to assess the health of the business sector and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Business fixed investment is approximately 12% of GDP.
- Information processing equipment accounts for over 40% of business fixed investment.
- The percent of GDP for this metric has ranged from 1.5% to 2.5% over the past 20 years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the percent of total GDP that business spending on information processing equipment and software comprises on a quarterly, seasonally adjusted basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insights into business investment patterns and technological innovation, which are key drivers of productivity growth and economic expansion.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this metric to assess the health of the business sector and broader economic conditions, which informs fiscal and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a delay of approximately one month after the end of the reference quarter.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent of GDP, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (BPBLTT01ILQ188S), retrieved from FRED.