Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies: Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Inventories
I42343M144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
24,214.00
Year-over-Year Change
16.01%
Date Range
1/1/1997 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the inventory levels of durable goods, specifically professional and commercial equipment and supplies including computer and computer peripheral equipment and software, held by merchant wholesalers. It provides insights into the health of the wholesale trade sector and broader economic conditions.
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: Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies: Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Inventories trend tracks the month-end value of inventories held by merchant wholesalers. It is an important indicator of supply chain dynamics and business investment in technology and equipment.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the wholesale trade sector and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- The series dates back to January 1992.
- Inventories peaked at $59.3 billion in December 2000.
- Inventories reached a low of $29.7 billion in May 2009 during the Great Recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the month-end inventory levels of durable goods, specifically professional and commercial equipment and supplies including computer and computer peripheral equipment and software, held by merchant wholesalers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the health of the wholesale trade sector and broader economic conditions, as it reflects business investment and supply chain dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and market analysts use this trend to assess the strength of the wholesale trade sector and broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical delay of around two months.
Related Trends
Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Chemicals and Allied Products Inventories/Sales Ratio
R4246IM163SCEN
Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Chemicals and Allied Products Sales
S4246SM144SCEN
Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories
I42IMSM144SCEN
Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Household Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Inventories/Sales Ratio
R4236IM163SCEN
Merchant Wholesalers Sales
WHLSLRSMSA
Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Petroleum and Petroleum Products Inventories/Sales Ratio
R4247IM163SCEN
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies: Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Inventories (I42343M144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.