Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Manufacturing: Current for Brazil
BSOBLV02BRM460S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-9.40
Year-over-Year Change
38.24%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Manufacturing: Current for Brazil measures the current state of manufacturing order books in Brazil. This metric provides insights into the overall economic health and production outlook for Brazil's industrial sector.
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 economic trend represents manufacturers' assessments of their current order book levels, which is a leading indicator of future production and sales activity. It is a widely followed metric used by economists and policymakers to gauge the business cycle and potential inflationary pressures in the Brazilian economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing companies in Brazil.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to understand demand conditions and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The data is reported as a diffusion index, with values above 50 indicating expansion.
- Brazil is a major manufacturing hub in Latin America.
- Order books are a leading indicator of future production and sales.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the current state of manufacturing order books in Brazil, providing insights into the overall economic health and production outlook for the industrial sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator is widely followed by economists and policymakers to gauge the business cycle and potential inflationary pressures in the Brazilian economy, as order books are a leading indicator of future production and sales activity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing companies in Brazil.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to understand demand conditions and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions in Brazil.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a monthly basis, with no known significant update delays or limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Manufacturing: Current for Brazil (BSOBLV02BRM460S), retrieved from FRED.