Federal Reserve Economic Data

How Does FRED Update Its Database?

FRED has established a formal procedure to ensure the accurate publication of data from trusted sources: Only then are new data values added. After the FRED Team validates each new version (or vintage) of a data series released by a … Continue reading

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What Does FRED Do To Ensure It Publishes Data Accurately?

FRED has multiple layers of checks to ensure the accurate publication of data from trusted sources. When data releases are added or updated, FRED validates the data against data already published by the same source. The Data Desk looks for … Continue reading

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How Does FRED Add New Data?

FRED is a data aggregator that enlists a data committee composed of St. Louis Fed economists, librarians, and information professionals to review content that may be added to FRED. Considerations include the data source’s methodology and reputation as well as … Continue reading

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