Loading and Stocking Job Postings on Indeed in Canada

IHLIDXCATPLOST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

85.46

Year-over-Year Change

5.64%

Date Range

9/18/2022 - 6/13/2025

Summary

This economic trend tracks the daily index of job postings related to loading and stocking roles on the Indeed job platform in Canada. It provides insight into the state of the Canadian labor market and hiring demand for these types of positions.

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 Indeed Hiring Lab Index measures changes over time in the number of job postings on the Indeed platform. The Loading and Stocking Jobs index specifically focuses on postings for roles such as warehouse workers, material movers, order fillers, and related occupations.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from job postings on the Indeed platform and aggregated into an indexed series.

Historical Context

This trend is closely watched by economists and policymakers as an indicator of labor market conditions and hiring demand.

Key Facts

  • The index is based on a 7-day moving average of job postings.
  • The base period is January 2020 = 100.
  • The index reached a pandemic low in April 2020 before recovering.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures changes over time in the number of job postings for loading, stocking, and related roles on the Indeed job platform in Canada.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This index provides a timely indicator of hiring demand and labor market conditions in the logistics and warehousing sectors of the Canadian economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from job postings on the Indeed platform and aggregated into an indexed series.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers monitor this index as a signal of labor market tightness and hiring activity in the logistics industry, which has important implications for inflation, consumer spending, and the broader economic outlook.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is updated daily and provides a near real-time picture of the Canadian labor market, though it may not capture all job postings across the economy.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Loading and Stocking Job Postings on Indeed in Canada (IHLIDXCATPLOST), retrieved from FRED.