Macro Economic Indicators

Economic indicators provide insights into the overall health and performance of the economy. These data points help investors, policymakers, and analysts understand current economic conditions and potential future trends.

Indicators Explained:

• GDP (Gross Domestic Product): Total market value of all finished goods and services produced within a country.
• Unemployment Rate: Percentage of the labor force that is unemployed and actively seeking employment.
• Consumer Price Index (CPI): Measures the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for goods and services.
• Federal Funds Rate: The interest rate at which banks lend money to each other overnight.
• Industrial Production Index: Measures output of manufacturing, mining, and utilities sectors.
• Non-Farm Payroll Employment: Monthly measure of the number of workers in the United States excluding farm workers and workers in a few other job classifications.
• Housing Starts: Number of new residential construction projects begun during a specific period.