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Percent Change, Not Seasonally Adjusted
REV562TAXABL157QNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.90
Year-over-Year Change
-58.12%
Date Range
1/1/2004 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the quarterly percent change in U.S. retail sales, excluding motor vehicle and parts dealers, on a not seasonally adjusted basis. It provides insights into consumer spending patterns and can inform economic forecasting and policy decisions.
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' metric tracks the quarterly rate of change in U.S. retail sales, excluding auto-related businesses. This gives economists and policymakers a sense of underlying consumer demand trends, which are a key indicator of overall economic health.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau based on monthly surveys of retail and food service firms.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other economic analysts to gauge the strength of the consumer economy and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Retail sales account for about 40% of total U.S. consumer spending.
- The percent change metric is reported quarterly on a not seasonally adjusted basis.
- Retail sales trends are a key input for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the quarterly percent change in U.S. 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 trends provide important insights into consumer demand and spending patterns, which are crucial indicators of overall economic health and can inform policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau based on monthly surveys of retail and food service firms.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other economic analysts to gauge the strength of the consumer economy and inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported quarterly, with a typical 1-2 month delay from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Percent Change, Not Seasonally Adjusted (REV562TAXABL157QNSA), retrieved from FRED.