Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Miscellaneous Durable Goods Inventories
I4239IM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
43,004.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.60%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Miscellaneous Durable Goods Inventories metric tracks inventory levels of a diverse range of durable goods sold by wholesalers.
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 economic indicator provides insight into the supply of a broad basket of durable consumer and industrial products moving through the wholesale distribution channel. It is a closely watched gauge of overall economic activity and business confidence.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this inventory trend to assess demand, supply-chain dynamics, and the broader state of the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- Measures inventory levels of a diverse range of durable goods sold by wholesalers.
- An indicator of overall economic activity and supply-chain dynamics.
- Closely watched by economists and policymakers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks inventory levels of a broad basket of durable consumer and industrial products sold by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Miscellaneous Durable Goods Inventories metric provides insight into supply-chain dynamics and the overall state of the U.S. economy, making it a closely watched indicator for 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: Economists and policymakers monitor this inventory metric to assess demand, supply-chain conditions, and the broader health of the U.S. economy, which informs their decisions and forecasts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Miscellaneous Durable Goods Inventories data is published monthly with a typical 6-week lag between the reference period and the release date.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Miscellaneous Durable Goods Inventories (I4239IM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.