Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LFUN64TTG7A647S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

19,960,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-7.55%

Date Range

1/1/2005 - 1/1/2016

Summary

This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States. It provides important insights into long-term labor market trends and is a key indicator for economists and policymakers.

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 annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless. This broad metric is widely used to assess the overall health and stability of the U.S. labor market over time.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

This unemployment rate trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to inform economic and monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The current annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is XX.X%.
  • This metric has ranged from a low of X.X% to a high of X.X% over the past decade.
  • Long-term trends in this unemployment rate are a key input for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless over a 12-month period.

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

A: This broad unemployment metric provides important insights into long-term labor market trends and is a key indicator used by economists, policymakers, and investors to assess the overall health of the U.S. economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the monthly Current Population Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to inform economic and monetary policy decisions aimed at promoting full employment and price stability.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: This annual unemployment rate is published with a lag of several months, reflecting the time required to collect and process the underlying survey data.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFUN64TTG7A647S), retrieved from FRED.