Production, Sales, Work Started and Orders: Production Volume: Economic Activity: Construction for Sweden
Monthly
SWEPRCNTO01IXOBM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
103.52
Year-over-Year Change
-12.34%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 3/1/2024
Summary
The 'Monthly' trend measures the seasonally adjusted index of wholesale prices for all commodities in the United States. It provides insights into overall wholesale price dynamics 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 'Monthly' series tracks the Producer Price Index (PPI) for total commodities, offering a broad measure of wholesale price changes. It is an important economic indicator used by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to understand inflationary pressures in the production pipeline.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of producers and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
The 'Monthly' PPI trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other economic institutions to inform monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The PPI tracks price changes from the producer's perspective.
- Wholesale prices often lead consumer prices in the inflation cycle.
- The 'Monthly' PPI is seasonally adjusted to account for typical industry patterns.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Monthly' trend measures the seasonally adjusted Producer Price Index (PPI) for all commodities, providing a broad gauge of wholesale price changes in the U.S. economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The 'Monthly' PPI is an important leading indicator for inflation, as wholesale price changes often precede changes in consumer prices. It is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and businesses to understand production-side inflationary pressures.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of producers and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The 'Monthly' PPI trend is a key input for the Federal Reserve and other institutions when making monetary policy decisions aimed at maintaining price stability.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The 'Monthly' PPI data is typically released with a lag of about two weeks after the end of the reference month.
Related Trends
Business Tendency Surveys: Order Books: Economic Activity: Manufacturing: Current for Sweden
BSOBLV02SEM460S
Net migration for Sweden
SMPOPNETMSWE
Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Overall Index Excluding Energy, Food, Alcohol and Tobacco for Sweden
SWECPHPLA01IXOBM
Consumer Price Index: Clothing and Footwear (COICOP 03): Total for Sweden
SWECP030000IXNBM
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Monthly Unemployment Total: From 15 to 24 Years for Sweden
LFHU24TTSEM647S
International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Exports: Commodities for Sweden
XTEXVA01SEA664N
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly (SWEPRCNTO01IXOBM), retrieved from FRED.