All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in Louisiana
LATRAD • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
371.50
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in Louisiana trend measures employment levels in the trade, transportation, and utilities sectors across the state. It is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand.
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 tracks the total number of employees in Louisiana's trade, transportation, and utilities industries, which encompass a wide range of economic activities such as wholesale and retail trade, transportation and warehousing, and utilities providers. The data is used by economists and policymakers to assess the health and trajectory of the state's economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Fluctuations in this employment trend can signal changes in consumer spending, supply chain dynamics, and infrastructure investment within Louisiana.
Key Facts
- Louisiana's trade, transportation, and utilities sector employs over 450,000 workers.
- This industry group accounts for nearly 25% of total nonfarm employment in the state.
- Employment in this sector has grown by 8% over the past decade in Louisiana.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in Louisiana trend tracks the total number of employees in the state's trade, transportation, and utilities sectors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This employment data is a key indicator of economic activity, consumer demand, and infrastructure investment in Louisiana.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Fluctuations in this employment trend can signal changes in consumer spending, supply chain dynamics, and infrastructure investment within Louisiana, informing economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a lag of several weeks, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities in Louisiana (LATRAD), retrieved from FRED.