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Contribution to growth rate, over 1 year

PRTCP120000CTGYM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.20

Year-over-Year Change

54.32%

Date Range

1/1/2010 - 4/1/2025

Summary

The 'Contribution to growth rate, over 1 year' measures the year-over-year change in the contribution of certain components to real GDP growth. This provides insights into the factors driving overall economic expansion or contraction.

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 metric tracks the year-over-year change in the contribution of consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports to the growth rate of real GDP. It allows analysts to assess which parts of the economy are contributing most to economic growth or decline.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using data on GDP components.

Historical Context

This trend is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and investors to understand the drivers of the business cycle and make informed decisions.

Key Facts

  • The metric is measured in percentage points.
  • It can be negative if certain components are subtracting from growth.
  • The data is updated quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Contribution to growth rate, over 1 year' metric tracks the year-over-year change in the contribution of GDP components like consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports to overall real GDP growth.

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

A: This metric provides important insights into the drivers of economic expansion or contraction, allowing policymakers, economists, and investors to better understand the business cycle and make more informed decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using information on GDP components.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers closely monitor this metric to assess which parts of the economy are contributing most to growth, informing decisions on fiscal, monetary, and other economic policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, in line with the release of GDP figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Contribution to growth rate, over 1 year (PRTCP120000CTGYM), retrieved from FRED.