Consumer Price Index for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers: Fuel Oil and Other Fuels in U.S. City Average
Seasonally Adjusted
CWSR0000SEHE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
369.20
Year-over-Year Change
-0.76%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the average weekly earnings of production and nonsupervisory employees in the private sector, adjusted to remove seasonal variation. This key economic indicator provides insights into labor market conditions and employee compensation 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
The 'Seasonally Adjusted' series tracks the average weekly earnings for production and nonsupervisory workers, a major component of the U.S. labor force. This data is seasonally adjusted to account for recurring fluctuations, enabling economists and policymakers to better analyze underlying earnings trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of private-sector employers and adjusted using statistical models to remove seasonal patterns.
Historical Context
This earnings trend is widely used to assess the health of the labor market and inform economic and policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The series has been tracked since 1964.
- Earnings growth is a key indicator of inflation and consumer spending.
- Seasonal adjustment is crucial to identify underlying earnings trends.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Seasonally Adjusted' series tracks the average weekly earnings of production and nonsupervisory employees in the private sector, adjusted to remove seasonal variation.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This earnings trend provides valuable insights into labor market conditions and employee compensation, which are critical factors for understanding economic growth, inflation, and consumer spending.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of private-sector employers and adjusted using statistical models to remove seasonal patterns.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this earnings trend to assess the overall health of the labor market and inform decisions on monetary and fiscal policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with a typical release delay of a few weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted (CWSR0000SEHE), retrieved from FRED.