Financial Market: Share Prices for United States
SPASTT01USA661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
172.63
Year-over-Year Change
130.16%
Date Range
1/1/1957 - 1/1/2024
Summary
The Financial Market: Share Prices for United States trend measures the performance of the U.S. stock market, a key economic indicator that reflects investor sentiment and future growth prospects.
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 index tracks the share prices of a representative basket of publicly traded U.S. companies, providing insight into overall market conditions and the state of the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on the closing prices of selected stocks traded on U.S. exchanges.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this trend to gauge financial stability and make informed decisions.
Key Facts
- The index is based on a sample of publicly traded U.S. companies.
- Share prices reflect investor expectations about future economic conditions.
- The trend is updated regularly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Financial Market: Share Prices for United States trend measures the performance of the U.S. stock market, tracking the prices of a representative basket of publicly traded American companies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into investor sentiment, economic growth prospects, and overall financial market conditions in the United States.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on the closing prices of selected stocks traded on U.S. exchanges.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this trend to gauge financial stability and make informed decisions about economic policies and interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The trend is updated regularly by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with no known significant update delays or limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Market: Share Prices for United States (SPASTT01USA661N), retrieved from FRED.