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Annual, Seasonally Adjusted

LRAC74FEDKA156S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

70.28

Year-over-Year Change

8.28%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the annual, seasonally adjusted capacity utilization rate for the Federal Reserve's Kansas City district. Capacity utilization is a key indicator of industrial productivity and economic health.

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 capacity utilization rate tracks the percentage of total potential output that a factory, industry, or economy is actually producing. It provides insights into supply and demand dynamics, as well as inflationary pressures in the manufacturing sector.

Methodology

The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of industrial facilities.

Historical Context

Capacity utilization data informs monetary policy decisions and market analysis.

Key Facts

  • Capacity utilization averages around 80% in the U.S.
  • High capacity utilization can signal inflationary pressures
  • Low capacity utilization indicates underutilized industrial resources

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the annual, seasonally adjusted capacity utilization rate for the Federal Reserve's Kansas City district. It tracks the percentage of total potential output that factories and industries in this region are actually producing.

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

A: Capacity utilization is a key indicator of industrial productivity and economic health. It provides insights into supply and demand dynamics, as well as inflationary pressures in the manufacturing sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of industrial facilities in the Kansas City district.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Capacity utilization data informs monetary policy decisions and market analysis, as it signals the degree of supply-side pressures in the economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The Federal Reserve publishes this data with a typical delay of 1-2 months. The capacity utilization metric may not fully capture all production and supply chain dynamics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Seasonally Adjusted (LRAC74FEDKA156S), retrieved from FRED.