Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Gross Fixed Investment (IMA), Transactions
NNBGFNA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
625,222.00
Year-over-Year Change
115.95%
Date Range
1/1/1946 - 1/1/2024
Summary
The Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Gross Fixed Investment (IMA), Transactions trend measures investment in physical assets by non-corporate, non-financial businesses. This metric is a key indicator of economic activity and business confidence.
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
This series tracks gross investment in physical assets like equipment, structures, and intellectual property by businesses outside the corporate and financial sectors. It provides insight into the investment decisions and economic outlook of a significant segment of the U.S. economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through business surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this metric to assess the health of the broader economy and guide fiscal and monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Measures investment by non-corporate, non-financial businesses.
- Indicator of economic growth and business confidence.
- Tracked by policymakers to guide fiscal and monetary policy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures investments in physical assets like equipment, structures, and intellectual property by businesses outside the corporate and financial sectors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the investment decisions and economic outlook of a significant segment of the U.S. economy, making it a key indicator for policymakers and analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through business surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this metric to assess the health of the broader economy and guide fiscal and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis with a lag, and may be subject to revisions over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Gross Fixed Investment (IMA), Transactions (NNBGFNA027N), retrieved from FRED.