Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Beer, Wine, and Distilled Alcoholic Beverages Inventories
I4248IM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25,853.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.92%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Beer, Wine, and Distilled Alcoholic Beverages Inventories trend measures the total value of beer, wine, and distilled alcoholic beverage inventories held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
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 represents the dollar value of inventories of nondurable goods held by merchant wholesalers specifically for beer, wine, and distilled alcoholic beverages. It provides insight into supply and demand dynamics for these products and can indicate wholesaler confidence in future sales.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale businesses.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market analysts use this inventory data to assess economic activity and make informed decisions.
Key Facts
- Merchant wholesalers are businesses that sell goods to other businesses, not directly to consumers.
- This inventory data helps track supply chain dynamics for alcoholic beverage products.
- Inventory levels can signal wholesaler confidence in future sales and economic conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of inventories of beer, wine, and distilled alcoholic beverages held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This inventory data provides insight into supply and demand dynamics for alcoholic beverage products, and can signal wholesaler confidence in future sales and broader economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale businesses.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market analysts use this inventory data to assess economic activity and make informed decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a short delay, providing timely information on inventory levels.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Beer, Wine, and Distilled Alcoholic Beverages Inventories (I4248IM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.