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Seasonally Adjusted
MABPPRIVSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
616.19
Year-over-Year Change
-52.01%
Date Range
1/1/1988 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Seasonally Adjusted Manufacturing and Trade Inventories and Sales (MABPPRIVSA) series measures the monthly sales and inventory levels of US manufacturing, wholesale, and retail trade businesses, adjusted for seasonal variation.
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 economic indicator provides insight into the overall health of the US economy by tracking fluctuations in sales and inventory levels across key sectors. It is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess consumer demand, production trends, and inventory management.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing, wholesale, and retail trade businesses and adjusted to remove seasonal patterns.
Historical Context
The Seasonally Adjusted MABPPRIVSA is a valuable input for economic forecasting and decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Key Facts
- The MABPPRIVSA data has been published monthly since 1967.
- Seasonal adjustments account for regular patterns like holiday sales spikes.
- Declining inventory levels can signal slowing economic activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The MABPPRIVSA series tracks the monthly sales and inventory levels across US manufacturing, wholesale, and retail trade businesses, with seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into consumer demand, production, and inventory management - key factors for assessing the overall health of the US economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of businesses and adjusted to remove seasonal patterns.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The MABPPRIVSA is closely monitored by economists and policymakers as an input for economic forecasting and decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The MABPPRIVSA data is published monthly, with a typical 1-2 month delay from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted Manufacturing and Trade Inventories and Sales (MABPPRIVSA), retrieved from FRED.