All Employees, Retail Trade
Not Seasonally Adjusted
CEU4200000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
15,595.90
Year-over-Year Change
0.36%
Date Range
4/1/1942 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Captures unadjusted employment data for a specific economic sector. Provides direct employment measurements without statistical smoothing.
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
Represents raw employment counts reflecting actual job market conditions. Offers unmodified snapshot of workforce levels.
Methodology
Collected through comprehensive establishment employment surveys.
Historical Context
Essential for detailed labor market and sectoral economic research.
Key Facts
- Direct employment measurement
- Includes all seasonal employment variations
- Provides unfiltered economic workforce snapshot
FAQs
Q: What does this employment data represent?
A: Unmodified employment counts showing actual job levels without statistical adjustments.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted figures important?
A: Reveals immediate employment changes before statistical smoothing occurs.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Monthly surveys capture current employment landscape.
Q: Can researchers compare different periods?
A: Requires careful interpretation due to seasonal employment variations.
Q: What are potential data interpretation challenges?
A: Seasonal fluctuations can mask underlying economic employment trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CEU4200000001), retrieved from FRED.