Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Furniture and Home Furnishings Inventories
I4232IM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17,532.00
Year-over-Year Change
4.91%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the inventory levels of furniture and home furnishings held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices. It provides insights into supply chain dynamics and consumer demand in the durable goods sector.
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 Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Furniture and Home Furnishings Inventories series measures the total dollar value of inventory held by wholesale distributors of furniture and home furnishings products. This data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze inventory management, consumer spending patterns, and broader trends in the durable goods industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This inventory data is closely monitored by economists, industry analysts, and policymakers to assess the health of the furniture and home furnishings sector and its implications for the broader economy.
Key Facts
- Furniture and home furnishings account for a significant portion of durable goods inventory.
- Inventory levels can signal changes in consumer demand and production plans.
- Wholesale inventories are an important leading indicator for the broader economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total dollar value of furniture and home furnishings inventory held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into supply chain dynamics and consumer demand in the durable goods sector, which is closely monitored by economists and policymakers.
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: Furniture and home furnishings inventory levels are closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the health of the durable goods industry and its implications for the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis, with some lag from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Furniture and Home Furnishings Inventories (I4232IM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.