Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LREPTTMAEUQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

48.55

Year-over-Year Change

-1.41%

Date Range

4/1/2000 - 10/1/2012

Summary

This economic trend measures quarterly real private residential investment in the United States, a key indicator of the housing and construction sectors.

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

Real private residential investment tracks spending on new single-family and multifamily housing, home improvements, and other residential structures. It is a crucial component of gross domestic product (GDP) and provides insights into the health of the broader economy.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to gauge the strength of the housing market and broader economic conditions.

Key Facts

  • Real private residential investment accounts for approximately 3-5% of GDP.
  • Investment in new housing construction makes up the largest share of this metric.
  • Quarterly, not seasonally adjusted data is reported with a 1-month lag.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures quarterly real private residential investment in the United States, which includes spending on new single-family and multifamily housing, home improvements, and other residential structures.

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

A: Real private residential investment is a crucial component of GDP and provides valuable insights into the health of the housing and construction sectors, which are important drivers of the broader economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to gauge the strength of the housing market and broader economic conditions, which informs policy decisions and investment strategies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The quarterly, not seasonally adjusted data is reported with a 1-month lag.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LREPTTMAEUQ156N), retrieved from FRED.