Real Manufacturing and Trade Industries Sales
This dataset tracks real manufacturing and trade industries sales over time.
Latest Value
1562061.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.34%
Date Range
1/1/1967 - 5/1/2025
Summary
The Real Manufacturing and Trade Industries Sales trend measures the total sales volume of manufacturing and trade industries in the United States, adjusted for inflation. It is a key indicator of overall economic activity and consumer demand.
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 series tracks the real dollar value of sales across a broad range of manufacturing, wholesale trade, and retail trade sectors. It provides insight into the health and direction of the U.S. economy by measuring the underlying level of commercial transactions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the strength of consumer spending and business investment.
Key Facts
- The series covers over 80% of overall economic activity in the U.S.
- Real sales peaked in January 2022 and have since declined amid high inflation.
- Volatile economic conditions can be tracked through fluctuations in this metric.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Real Manufacturing and Trade Industries Sales trend measures the total inflation-adjusted sales volume across a broad range of manufacturing, wholesale, and retail trade sectors in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides valuable insight into the overall health and direction of the U.S. economy by tracking the underlying level of commercial transactions and consumer demand.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the strength of consumer spending and business investment, which informs decisions on monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Manufacturing and Trade Industries Sales (CMRMTSPL), retrieved from FRED.