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Percent Change, Not Seasonally Adjusted

REV2211TAXABL157QNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

11.30

Year-over-Year Change

264.52%

Date Range

4/1/2010 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the quarterly percent change in retail sales, excluding motor vehicle and parts dealers, on a not seasonally adjusted basis. It provides insights into consumer spending and 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 Percent Change, Not Seasonally Adjusted indicator tracks the quarterly percent change in retail sales, excluding motor vehicle and parts dealers. This metric is useful for economists and policymakers to gauge consumer demand and broader economic conditions.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of retail establishments.

Historical Context

Retail sales figures are closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Retail sales account for nearly 70% of U.S. economic activity.
  • Quarterly percent changes can signal shifts in consumer confidence.
  • The not seasonally adjusted data removes typical seasonal variations.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the quarterly percent change in retail sales, excluding motor vehicle and parts dealers, on a not seasonally adjusted basis.

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

A: Retail sales figures provide insights into consumer spending and broader economic activity, which are closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of retail establishments.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Retail sales data is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The not seasonally adjusted data is subject to typical data collection and reporting lags.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent Change, Not Seasonally Adjusted (REV2211TAXABL157QNSA), retrieved from FRED.