Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Unemployment Rate Total: 15 Years or over for Luxembourg

Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LRUNTTTTLUA156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

6.42

Year-over-Year Change

24.90%

Date Range

1/1/2003 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This series measures the annual unemployment rate in the United States, not seasonally adjusted. It is a key indicator of the overall health and performance of the U.S. labor market.

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 tracks the percentage of the civilian labor force that is without a job and actively seeking employment over a 12-month period. This metric provides a comprehensive view of long-term employment trends, complementing monthly unemployment statistics.

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

Policymakers and economists closely monitor the annual unemployment rate to assess the strength of the economy and guide decisions on monetary and fiscal policies.

Key Facts

  • The annual unemployment rate peaked at 14.7% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The lowest annual unemployment rate on record was 2.5% in 1953.
  • The annual unemployment rate has averaged around 5-6% over the past two decades.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This series measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the United States, which represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is without a job and actively seeking employment over a 12-month period.

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

A: The annual unemployment rate is a key indicator of the overall health and performance of the U.S. labor market, providing a comprehensive view of long-term employment trends that complements monthly unemployment statistics.

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: Policymakers and economists closely monitor the annual unemployment rate to assess the strength of the economy and guide decisions on monetary and fiscal policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The annual, not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is published with a brief delay, as it is calculated based on the monthly CPS data.

Related Trends

Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LRUNTTTTLUA156N), retrieved from FRED.