Growth Rate Previous Period, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LFEM55TTO1Q657N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.69
Year-over-Year Change
-13.21%
Date Range
4/1/2005 - 4/1/2017
Summary
This economic trend measures the quarter-over-quarter growth rate of the employment-to-population ratio, a key labor market indicator. It provides insight into the strength and direction of the U.S. job market.
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 employment-to-population ratio represents the percentage of the civilian non-institutional population that is employed. Analyzing its growth rate offers economists and policymakers a timely gauge of changes in labor force participation and employment levels.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through monthly household surveys.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the overall health of the U.S. economy and guide decisions on fiscal and monetary policy.
Key Facts
- The ratio peaked at 61.2% in 2000.
- It fell to 58.5% during the Great Recession.
- The current ratio is around 60%.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the quarter-over-quarter growth rate of the employment-to-population ratio, which represents the percentage of the civilian non-institutional population that is employed.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Analyzing the growth rate of the employment-to-population ratio offers economists and policymakers a timely gauge of changes in labor force participation and employment levels, which are key indicators of the overall health of the U.S. economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics through monthly household surveys.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the overall health of the U.S. economy and guide decisions on fiscal and monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a relatively short delay, making it a timely indicator of labor market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth Rate Previous Period, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFEM55TTO1Q657N), retrieved from FRED.