Employment to Population Rate: All Ages: All Persons for Sweden
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LREPTTTTSEQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
49.85
Year-over-Year Change
1.90%
Date Range
4/1/1998 - 10/1/2014
Summary
This economic trend measures quarterly retail trade and food services sales in the United States on a not seasonally adjusted basis. It provides insights into consumer spending patterns and overall economic activity.
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 Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted retail trade and food services sales series tracks the total value of goods and services sold by retail and food service establishments in the U.S. It is a key indicator of consumer demand and an important input for economic analysis and policymaking.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail and food service businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to gauge the health of the U.S. consumer sector and broader economy.
Key Facts
- Retail and food services sales account for nearly 70% of U.S. GDP.
- This series excludes motor vehicle and parts dealers, gasoline stations, and non-store retailers.
- Quarterly data is released approximately 60 days after the end of each quarter.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of retail trade and food services sales in the United States on a quarterly, not seasonally adjusted basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Retail and food services sales are a key indicator of consumer spending and overall economic activity, making this trend highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and financial analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail and food service businesses conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and central banks monitor this trend closely to assess the health of the consumer sector and make informed decisions about monetary and fiscal policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The quarterly data is released approximately 60 days after the end of each quarter, and the series excludes certain retail categories like motor vehicles and gasoline stations.
Related Trends
Interest Rates: Long-Term Government Bond Yields: 10-Year: Main (Including Benchmark) for Sweden
IRLTLT01SEM156N
Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels for Sweden
SWECP040500GYM
National Accounts: GDP by Expenditure: Current Prices: Changes in Inventories and Net Acquisition of Valuables for Sweden
SWECINSADSMEI
Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Inactivity Rate Male: From 15 to 64 Years for Sweden
LRIN64MASEA156N
National Accounts: GDP by Expenditure: Constant Prices: Gross Domestic Product: Total for Sweden
NAEXKP01SEQ652S
Leading Indicators OECD: Component series: CS - Confidence indicator: Normalised for Sweden
SWELOCOCINOSTSAM
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LREPTTTTSEQ156N), retrieved from FRED.