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Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted

LFIN25FEPTQ647S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

207,500.00

Year-over-Year Change

-6.91%

Date Range

1/1/1998 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This series measures the quarterly, seasonally adjusted employment levels for the finance and insurance sector in the United States. It provides valuable insights into the health and trends of this critical industry.

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 Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted finance and insurance employment data tracks the number of people employed in this sector on a quarterly basis, with seasonal adjustments to account for expected fluctuations. This metric is widely used by economists and policymakers to analyze the state of the finance and insurance industry and its broader implications for the overall economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey, a monthly survey of businesses conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve, financial institutions, and economic analysts to gauge the performance and stability of the finance and insurance sector.

Key Facts

  • The finance and insurance sector accounts for around 6% of total U.S. employment.
  • Employment in this sector has shown steady growth over the past decade.
  • The sector is a significant contributor to the U.S. GDP, making up approximately 7.5% in recent years.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the quarterly, seasonally adjusted employment levels in the finance and insurance sector of the United States economy.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This trend provides valuable insights into the performance and health of the finance and insurance industry, which is a critical component of the overall U.S. economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey, a monthly survey of businesses conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve, financial institutions, and economic analysts to gauge the performance and stability of the finance and insurance sector, which has important implications for broader economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a typical update delay of around one month following the end of each quarter.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (LFIN25FEPTQ647S), retrieved from FRED.