Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers
RSMSR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
14,847.00
Year-over-Year Change
8.53%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers measures sales at stores not classified elsewhere, such as florists, office supply stores, and pet stores. This data provides insight into consumer spending patterns and is a key economic indicator.
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 Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers is a monthly measure of sales at stores that do not fall into major retail categories like motor vehicles, furniture, or grocery stores. It offers a broad view of consumer activity across a diverse range of discretionary and specialty retail sectors.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This indicator is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health of the consumer economy.
Key Facts
- Miscellaneous store retailers include florists, office supply stores, and pet stores.
- This indicator provides a broad view of consumer activity beyond major retail categories.
- Advance retail sales data is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers measures monthly sales at retail establishments that do not fall into major categories like motor vehicles, furniture, or groceries.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into consumer spending patterns across a diverse range of discretionary and specialty retail sectors, offering a broad view of the health of the consumer economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail businesses conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, policymakers, and market analysts closely monitor this indicator to assess consumer activity and inform decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers data is released monthly, with a typical delay of around two weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Advance Retail Sales: Miscellaneous Store Retailers (RSMSR), retrieved from FRED.