Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories
I42IMSM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
906,349.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.33%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures the value of inventories held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices, in the United States. It provides insights into wholesale trade and supply chain dynamics.
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 Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories series tracks the end-of-month value of merchandise owned by merchant wholesalers. It is a key indicator of wholesale trade activity and can signal changes in consumer demand and supply chain management.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This inventory data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze wholesale sector trends and their implications for the broader economy.
Key Facts
- Merchant wholesalers account for over 30% of total U.S. wholesale trade.
- Inventory levels can signal changes in consumer demand and supply chain management.
- This data is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the end-of-month value of inventories held by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices, in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This inventory data provides insights into wholesale trade activity and can signal changes in consumer demand and supply chain management, which are important for economists and policymakers to monitor.
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: This inventory data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze wholesale sector trends and their implications for the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau, with a typical lag of several weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices Inventories (I42IMSM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.