Advance Merchant Wholesale Inventories: Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories
This dataset tracks advance merchant wholesale inventories: total merchant wholesalers, except manufacturers' sales branches and offices inventories over time.
Latest Value
907676.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.18%
Date Range
5/1/2025 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total inventories held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices, in the United States. It is an important indicator of business activity and economic conditions.
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 Advance Merchant Wholesale Inventories metric tracks the total stock of goods held by wholesale merchants for resale or further processing. It provides insight into supply chain dynamics and the overall health of the wholesale trade sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This inventory data is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to assess economic trends and make informed decisions.
Key Facts
- Merchant wholesalers exclude manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
- Inventories are a key indicator of economic activity and demand.
- Trends in wholesale inventories signal changes in supply chain dynamics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Advance Merchant Wholesale Inventories metric tracks the total value of inventories held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices, in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This inventory data provides valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, business activity, and economic conditions, making it a closely watched indicator by policymakers, economists, and businesses.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in wholesale inventories are used by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to assess the overall health of the economy and make informed decisions regarding supply chain management, production, and investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Advance Merchant Wholesale Inventories data is released monthly, with a slight delay, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Advance Merchant Wholesale Inventories: Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories (AMINVTS), retrieved from FRED.