Current Account (Excludes Exceptional Financing), Net for Russian Federation
Quarterly
CUAEEFRUQ052N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
8,496,155,700.00
Year-over-Year Change
-61.45%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 10/1/2008
Summary
The Quarterly Capacity Utilization: Energy Facilities measures the utilization rate of energy production facilities in the United States. This metric provides insight into the efficiency and potential output of the energy 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
Capacity utilization is an important economic indicator that reflects the extent to which industry is using its full productive capacity. The Quarterly Capacity Utilization: Energy Facilities specifically tracks the utilization of energy production facilities, which is a key factor in understanding energy supply and pricing.
Methodology
This data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Capacity utilization data is widely used by economists, policymakers, and energy market analysts to assess the health and outlook of the energy industry.
Key Facts
- The U.S. energy capacity utilization rate averaged 81.7% in 2022.
- Energy capacity utilization reached a low of 70.4% during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- Capacity utilization is a leading indicator of energy supply and prices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly Capacity Utilization: Energy Facilities measures the percentage of total potential output that energy production facilities in the United States are currently using.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the efficiency and potential output of the energy sector, which is crucial for understanding energy supply, pricing, and the broader economic implications.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Capacity utilization data is widely used by economists, policymakers, and energy market analysts to assess the health and outlook of the energy industry, which informs policy decisions and market expectations.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Quarterly Capacity Utilization: Energy Facilities data is released by the Federal Reserve on a quarterly basis, so there may be a short delay in the most recent information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Capacity Utilization: Energy Facilities (CUAEEFRUQ052N), retrieved from FRED.