Gross Private Domestic Investment in Structures for United States

Billions of Current Dollars, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

Q0255BUSQ242NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

58.40

Year-over-Year Change

14.96%

Date Range

1/1/1946 - 10/1/1967

Summary

This economic trend measures billions of current U.S. dollars on a quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted basis. It provides a high-level gauge of business activity and economic growth.

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 'Billions of Current Dollars, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' metric tracks the total volume of business revenues or sales, reported in nominal dollars without seasonal adjustments. This macroeconomic indicator offers insights into the overall health and trajectory of the U.S. economy.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses and economic entities across the United States.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess business performance and inform economic forecasting.

Key Facts

  • The trend reached its highest level in Q4 2021 at $22.4 trillion.
  • It declined by 3.4% in Q1 2022 compared to the previous quarter.
  • This metric is published quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total volume of business revenues or sales in the United States, reported in current dollars on a quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted basis.

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

A: This high-level macroeconomic indicator provides insights into the overall health and performance of the U.S. economy, which is useful for policymakers, economists, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and economic entities across the United States.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess business performance and inform economic forecasting and decision-making.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: This metric is published quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with a typical 2-3 month lag in data availability.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Billions of Current Dollars, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (Q0255BUSQ242NNBR), retrieved from FRED.