Track US Final GDP q/q, a crucial indicator of economic health, reflecting quarterly activity annualized.
This is the most comprehensive indicator of economic activity and serves as the main measure of the economy's well-being. Although the data is presented as quarterly changes, it is annualized (quarterly change multiplied by four). The 'Previous' value reflects the 'Actual' figure from the Preliminary release, which can lead to apparent discrepancies in the 'History' data. Three GDP figures are published, spaced a month apart: Advance, Preliminary, and Final, with the Advance release being the first and often making the most significant impact.
What it Measures
The annualized change in the inflation-adjusted value of all goods and services produced within the economy.
Usual Effect
When the 'Actual' figure exceeds the 'Forecast', it is considered positive for the currency.
Source & Frequency
Bureau of Economic Analysis (latest release) - https://www.bea.gov/ • Data is released quarterly, approximately 85 days following the end of the quarter.
How Data is Derived
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Also Known As
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Acronym
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)