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Percent Change from Preceding Period, Seasonally Adjusted
MPCPXXXXS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.10
Year-over-Year Change
-107.69%
Date Range
2/1/2002 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures the percent change in an underlying economic variable, adjusted for seasonal fluctuations. It provides valuable insights into the momentum and direction of the economy.
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 Percent Change from Preceding Period, Seasonally Adjusted series tracks the rate of change in an economic metric, with the data adjusted to account for regular seasonal patterns. This helps analysts and policymakers identify underlying trends more clearly.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on standard statistical techniques to remove seasonal variations.
Historical Context
This indicator is widely used to monitor economic conditions and inform policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The data is reported on a monthly or quarterly basis.
- Percent change can be positive or negative, indicating expansion or contraction.
- Seasonal adjustment removes predictable fluctuations to reveal underlying economic patterns.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator measures the percent change in an economic variable from the previous period, with the data adjusted to remove seasonal variations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The seasonally adjusted percent change provides a clearer picture of the underlying economic momentum, helping analysts and policymakers make more informed decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated using standard statistical techniques to remove predictable seasonal patterns from the original data.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This indicator is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to monitor economic conditions and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is typically released on a monthly or quarterly basis, with some potential for minor delays in publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent Change from Preceding Period, Seasonally Adjusted (MPCPXXXXS), retrieved from FRED.