Producer Prices Index: Type of Goods: Investments Goods: Domestic for Euro Area (19 Countries)
EA19PITGVG02GPM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.25
Year-over-Year Change
-30.34%
Date Range
2/1/1995 - 12/1/2022
Summary
The Producer Prices Index for Investments Goods in the Euro Area measures the average change in wholesale prices for capital equipment and other investment items. This index serves as an important indicator of production costs and inflationary pressures.
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 Producer Prices Index for Investments Goods in the Euro Area tracks the prices that producers charge for machinery, equipment, and other durable goods used for investment purposes. This helps economists and policymakers understand production cost dynamics and forecast inflationary trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and calculated as a weighted average of price changes.
Historical Context
Central banks often monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions that can impact investment, growth, and price stability.
Key Facts
- The index has a base year of 2015=100.
- Investment goods account for around 50% of total producer prices in the Euro Area.
- Prices of investment goods tend to be less volatile than consumer prices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Producer Prices Index for Investments Goods in the Euro Area measures the average change in wholesale prices for capital equipment and other investment items used by businesses.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides insight into production cost dynamics and inflationary pressures, which are important for economic forecasting and monetary policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and calculated as a weighted average of price changes.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Central banks monitor this index to inform monetary policy decisions that can impact investment, growth, and price stability in the Euro Area.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a lag of approximately one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Producer Prices Index: Type of Goods: Investments Goods: Domestic for Euro Area (19 Countries) (EA19PITGVG02GPM), retrieved from FRED.