Manufacturers' Inventories to Shipments Ratios: Petroleum and Coal Products
A24SIS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.80
Year-over-Year Change
1.27%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Manufacturers' Inventories to Shipments Ratios for Petroleum and Coal Products tracks the relationship between inventory levels and sales for this key industrial sector.
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
This ratio provides insight into supply chain dynamics and inventory management within the petroleum and coal products manufacturing industry. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess production, demand, and inventory trends in this vital energy-producing sector.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through monthly surveys of manufacturing establishments.
Historical Context
This metric informs analysis of industrial production, supply chain resilience, and economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The current ratio is 1.42 as of the latest data.
- Ratios above 1.0 indicate inventory levels exceeding current shipments.
- This metric helps track inventory buildups or drawdowns in this industry.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Manufacturers' Inventories to Shipments Ratios for Petroleum and Coal Products tracks the relationship between inventory levels and sales in this key industrial sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This ratio provides insight into supply chain dynamics and inventory management, informing analysis of industrial production, demand, and economic policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through monthly surveys of manufacturing establishments.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric helps policymakers and analysts assess production, demand, and inventory trends in the vital petroleum and coal products manufacturing industry.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Manufacturers' Inventories to Shipments Ratios: Petroleum and Coal Products (A24SIS), retrieved from FRED.