Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Own-account investment

W088RN2A224NBEA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-0.24

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/1973 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the contribution of own-account investment to changes in national defense consumption expenditures and gross investment. It provides insights into the composition of defense spending and investment.

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 Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Own-account investment trend represents the portion of the overall change in national defense spending and investment that is attributable to own-account investment. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the drivers of defense expenditure fluctuations.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on its underlying national accounts.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding the dynamics of government defense spending and investment policies.

Key Facts

  • Own-account investment accounts for a portion of national defense spending.
  • This trend provides insights into the composition of defense expenditures.
  • The data is published by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the contribution of own-account investment to changes in national defense consumption expenditures and gross investment.

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

A: This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the drivers of defense expenditure fluctuations and understand the composition of government defense spending.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on its underlying national accounts.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is relevant for understanding the dynamics of government defense spending and investment policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and may be subject to update delays or revisions.

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Citation

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Contributions to Percent Change in National Defense Consumption Expenditures and Gross Investment: Consumption expenditures: Own-account investment (W088RN2A224NBEA), retrieved from FRED.