Growth Rate Same Period Previous Year, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
PRINTO01O1A659S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.25
Year-over-Year Change
-92.60%
Date Range
1/1/1976 - 1/1/2016
Summary
This trend measures the annual growth rate of the Producer Price Index (PPI) for finished goods, comparing the current year to the same period in the previous year. It provides insights into producer-level price changes and inflation pressures.
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 Producer Price Index (PPI) for finished goods is a key economic indicator that tracks changes in the prices received by domestic producers for their output. The annual growth rate of this index offers important information about producer-level inflationary dynamics and can inform policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of domestic producers and calculated as the percent change from the same period in the previous year.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor the PPI growth rate to assess broader inflation trends and their potential impact on consumer prices, interest rates, and monetary policy.
Key Facts
- The PPI growth rate reached a high of 11.3% in March 2022.
- Producer prices are a leading indicator of consumer price inflation.
- The Federal Reserve closely monitors PPI data to inform monetary policy decisions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the annual growth rate of the Producer Price Index (PPI) for finished goods, which tracks changes in the prices received by domestic producers for their output.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The PPI growth rate provides important insights into producer-level inflationary pressures, which can inform policy decisions and help analysts assess the broader economic outlook.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of domestic producers and calculated as the percent change from the same period in the previous year.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor the PPI growth rate to assess broader inflation trends and their potential impact on consumer prices, interest rates, and monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The PPI data is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical delay of about two weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Growth Rate Same Period Previous Year, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PRINTO01O1A659S), retrieved from FRED.