Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of All Employees, Wholesale Trade
Seasonally Adjusted
CES4142000016 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
106.60
Year-over-Year Change
0.38%
Date Range
3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Seasonally Adjusted data normalizes employment figures to remove predictable cyclical variations. This approach provides a clearer view of underlying economic trends.
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
Seasonally Adjusted employment data eliminates recurring seasonal patterns to reveal fundamental economic changes. Economists use this method to understand true labor market dynamics.
Methodology
Statistical techniques remove predictable seasonal fluctuations from employment data.
Historical Context
Critical for policymakers and investors analyzing long-term economic trends.
Key Facts
- Removes predictable seasonal variations
- Reveals underlying economic trends
- Essential for comparative analysis
FAQs
Q: What does Seasonally Adjusted mean?
A: Statistical method that removes predictable seasonal variations from employment data. Helps identify true economic trends.
Q: Why is Seasonal Adjustment important?
A: Allows for more accurate comparison of economic data across different time periods by eliminating seasonal noise.
Q: How is Seasonal Adjustment calculated?
A: Uses complex statistical models to identify and remove recurring seasonal patterns in employment data.
Q: Who uses Seasonally Adjusted data?
A: Economists, policymakers, investors, and researchers analyzing long-term economic trends.
Q: What are the limitations of Seasonal Adjustment?
A: May obscure short-term variations. Requires careful interpretation alongside raw data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted (CES4142000016), retrieved from FRED.