Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income (W206RC1Q156SBEA)
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Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income (FRED series W206RC1Q156SBEA) is a quarterly economic growth indicator measured in percent. The series is published through FRED, the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis economic database, with history going back to 1947. Values are seasonally adjusted, smoothing out predictable calendar effects so that underlying trends are easier to see.
Why it matters: Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income is one of the indicators traders, economists, and policymakers watch within the economic growth complex. It is a core gauge of economic activity, and sustained changes often mark turning points in the business cycle.
How to read it: focus on the direction and persistence of changes rather than any single quarterly print. Comparing the latest value against its level a year ago, and against its long-run range since 1947, gives a better sense of whether the series is signaling acceleration, deceleration, or a turning point.
About This Series
BEA Account Code: W206RC For more information about this series, please see http://www.bea.gov/national/.
Recent Data
| Date | Value (%) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | 17.10% | -0.5 |
| October 1, 2025 | 17.60% | +0.6 |
| July 1, 2025 | 17.00% | +0.3 |
| April 1, 2025 | 16.70% | +0 |
| January 1, 2025 | 16.70% | +0.2 |
| October 1, 2024 | 16.50% | +0.4 |
| July 1, 2024 | 16.10% | -0.8 |
| April 1, 2024 | 16.90% | -0.2 |
| January 1, 2024 | 17.10% | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income today?
The latest value of Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income (W206RC1Q156SBEA) is shown at the top of this page, along with its observation date and the change from the prior reading. Data is sourced from FRED and refreshed regularly.
How often is Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income updated?
Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income is reported quarterly (Quarterly). New observations appear on FRED shortly after the source agency releases them, and this page updates daily.
What does a rising Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income mean?
A sustained rise in Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income signals strengthening readings in this economic growth measure, in percent. Whether that is positive or negative for markets depends on context — compare the move against the series’ trend and related indicators in the same category.
Where does the W206RC1Q156SBEA data come from?
The data comes from FRED® (Federal Reserve Economic Data), maintained by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, under series ID W206RC1Q156SBEA. History is available back to 1947.
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- Gross Domestic Product31,819.46
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- Gross Private Domestic Investment5,620.4
- Real Gross Private Domestic Investment4,483.14
- Net Exports of Goods and Services-895.04
- Personal Consumption Expenditures21,979.4
Data sourced from FRED®, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis: Gross saving as a percentage of gross national income (W206RC1Q156SBEA). Retrieved from fred.stlouisfed.org. Last updated May 28, 2026.