Manufacturers' New Orders: Durable Goods Excluding Transportation
ADXTNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
198,766.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.20%
Date Range
2/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures new orders received by U.S. manufacturers for durable goods, excluding the volatile transportation sector. It provides insight into underlying demand and production in the broader manufacturing industry.
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 Manufacturers' New Orders: Durable Goods Excluding Transportation series tracks the value of new orders placed with domestic manufacturers for durable goods, a key indicator of economic activity and future production. Excluding transportation equipment allows for a more stable, underlying signal of manufacturing health.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing firms by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the U.S. industrial sector.
Key Facts
- Durable goods are products designed to last at least 3 years.
- Transportation equipment makes up over a third of total durable goods orders.
- New orders are a leading indicator of future production and economic activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks new orders received by U.S. manufacturers for durable goods, excluding the volatile transportation sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: It provides insight into underlying demand and production in the broader manufacturing industry, a key driver of the U.S. economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing firms by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the U.S. industrial sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau, with a typical 4-week publication lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Manufacturers' New Orders: Durable Goods Excluding Transportation (ADXTNO), retrieved from FRED.