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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are changes in definitions to the NIPA accounts?

  • How did the conversion to the 1997 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) affect the National Income and Product Account (NIPA) estimates?

  • What are the major sources of new data that are incorporated during a comprehensive update?

  • Why are real estimates rebased?

  • How do benchmark estimates differ from annual updates or monthly "current" estimates?

  • What is a National Income and Product Account (NIPA) benchmark or comprehensive update?

  • How are the NIPA tables organized?

  • Are more detailed estimates available for investment in private equipment beyond what is presented in the underlying detail Table 5.5.5U?

  • Why and how are seasonal adjustments made?

  • Why does BEA publish percent changes in quarterly series at annual rates?

  • Why does BEA publish estimates at annual rates?

  • How does the Microsoft special dividend impact the national accounts in the fourth quarter?

  • Do you have state quarterly personal income estimates not seasonally adjusted?

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