Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Female: From 55 to 64 Years for Portugal
Persons, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LFEM55FEPTQ647N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
518,500.00
Year-over-Year Change
12.21%
Date Range
1/1/1998 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employed persons aged 55 and over on a quarterly basis, without seasonal adjustments. It provides important insights into labor force participation and demographic shifts within the U.S. workforce.
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 Persons, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted trend represents the raw count of employed individuals aged 55 and above in the United States. This metric is widely used by economists and policymakers to analyze employment patterns, retirement trends, and the evolving dynamics of the aging workforce.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for informing economic and labor market policies targeting older workers and retirement-age individuals.
Key Facts
- The employed population aged 55 and over has grown steadily over the past two decades.
- Older workers now make up a larger share of the total U.S. labor force compared to previous generations.
- Trends in this data can help identify shifts in retirement patterns and labor market dynamics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employed persons aged 55 and over in the United States on a quarterly basis, without seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important insights into labor force participation and demographic shifts within the U.S. workforce, which is crucial for informing economic and labor market policies targeting older workers and retirement-age individuals.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to analyze employment patterns, retirement trends, and the evolving dynamics of the aging workforce, which informs policy decisions related to the labor market and older workers.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a typical delay of several weeks following the end of the reference quarter.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Persons, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFEM55FEPTQ647N), retrieved from FRED.