Nonfinancial Corporate Business; Inventories Including IVA, Transactions
NCBIAVQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
175,577.00
Year-over-Year Change
-17.74%
Date Range
10/1/1946 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures the level of inventories held by nonfinancial corporate businesses in the United States. It is a key statistic for understanding business cycles and production trends.
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 Nonfinancial Corporate Business; Inventories Including IVA, Transactions indicator tracks the total value of physical goods held in inventory by nonfinancial corporations. It reflects the overall level of inventory investment and is used to analyze economic conditions and forecast production.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and compiled by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Inventory levels are closely watched by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to gauge demand, plan production, and assess the health of the broader economy.
Key Facts
- Inventories are a key component of gross domestic product (GDP).
- Rising inventories can signal weaker demand or oversupply in the economy.
- Declining inventories may indicate stronger consumer spending or production cutbacks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total value of physical goods held in inventory by nonfinancial corporations in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Inventory levels provide important insights into broader economic conditions, business investment, and production trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and compiled by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Inventory data is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and businesses to gauge demand, plan production, and assess the health of the economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The inventory data is released on a quarterly basis and may be subject to revisions as additional information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Corporate Business; Inventories Including IVA, Transactions (NCBIAVQ027S), retrieved from FRED.