Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Rate Male: From 55 to 64 Years for Luxembourg

Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LREM55MALUQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

56.30

Year-over-Year Change

0.72%

Date Range

4/1/1999 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the quarterly, not seasonally adjusted employment-population ratio in the United States. It provides insights into the overall health of the labor market and is closely monitored by 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 employment-population ratio represents the proportion of the civilian noninstitutional population aged 16 and over that is employed. This metric offers a broad perspective on the employment situation and is used to analyze labor force participation and labor market trends.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau on behalf of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

The employment-population ratio is a key indicator used by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the strength of the U.S. economy and inform policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The employment-population ratio reached a record high of 63.4% in 2000.
  • The ratio declined sharply during the Great Recession, reaching a low of 58.2% in 2011.
  • As of the most recent data, the employment-population ratio stood at 60.1%.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the quarterly, not seasonally adjusted employment-population ratio in the United States, which represents the proportion of the civilian noninstitutional population aged 16 and over that is employed.

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

A: The employment-population ratio provides a broad perspective on the employment situation and is used by economists and policymakers to analyze labor force participation and labor market trends, which are key indicators of the overall health of the economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Population Survey (CPS), a monthly household 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 employment-population ratio is a key indicator used by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the strength of the U.S. economy and inform policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The employment-population ratio data is released on a quarterly basis with a typical delay of several weeks.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LREM55MALUQ156N), retrieved from FRED.