Changes in Inventory Assets, Large Manufacturing Corporations for United States

A0597AUSA144NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-5.00

Year-over-Year Change

-109.80%

Date Range

1/1/1915 - 1/1/1922

Summary

This economic indicator tracks changes in inventory assets held by large manufacturing corporations in the United States. It provides insights into production and sales trends that are crucial for economic analysis and policymaking.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The Changes in Inventory Assets metric measures the quarterly net change in the value of physical goods held in stock by major U.S. manufacturing firms. It offers a window into supply chain dynamics and helps economists assess the health of the manufacturing sector.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of large manufacturing corporations and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

Inventory changes are closely watched by policymakers and market analysts as an indicator of future economic activity and production.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly metric published by the Federal Reserve
  • Measures net change in physical goods held by major U.S. manufacturers
  • Provides insights into production and sales trends

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the quarterly net change in the value of physical goods held in inventory by major U.S. manufacturing corporations.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: Inventory changes offer insights into production and sales trends, which are crucial for economic analysis and policymaking.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of large manufacturing corporations and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Inventory changes are closely watched by policymakers and market analysts as an indicator of future economic activity and production.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag, reflecting the time required to collect and process the survey responses from manufacturing firms.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Changes in Inventory Assets, Large Manufacturing Corporations for United States (A0597AUSA144NNBR), retrieved from FRED.