Nominal Gross Capital Formation for Brazil
NINSAXDCBRQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
602,895.50
Year-over-Year Change
30.06%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Nominal Gross Capital Formation for Brazil measures the total value of new investment in fixed assets within the Brazilian economy. It is a key indicator of economic growth and investment levels.
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
Gross Capital Formation represents the total value of additions to the fixed assets of the economy, such as infrastructure, machinery, and equipment. This metric provides insight into the pace of capital accumulation and is widely used by economists to assess the productive capacity and investment climate of the Brazilian economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) based on surveys of businesses and national accounts.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market analysts closely monitor Brazil's Gross Capital Formation to gauge the country's economic trajectory and investment outlook.
Key Facts
- Brazil's Nominal Gross Capital Formation reached a peak of 1.03 trillion reais in 2013.
- Investment as a share of GDP in Brazil averaged 18.8% from 2010 to 2020.
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused a 0.8% decline in Brazil's Gross Capital Formation in 2020.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Nominal Gross Capital Formation for Brazil measures the total value of new investment in fixed assets within the Brazilian economy, including infrastructure, machinery, and equipment.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Gross Capital Formation is a key indicator of economic growth and investment levels in Brazil, providing insight into the country's productive capacity and investment climate.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) based on surveys of businesses and national accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market analysts closely monitor Brazil's Gross Capital Formation to gauge the country's economic trajectory and investment outlook, which informs policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly by the IBGE, with a typical delay of several months between the end of the reference period and the release of the statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nominal Gross Capital Formation for Brazil (NINSAXDCBRQ), retrieved from FRED.