Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Household Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Sales
S4236SM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
83,548.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.32%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures sales of durable goods such as household appliances and electronic products by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices. It provides insights into wholesale demand and the overall health of the consumer durables market.
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 Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Household Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Sales trend represents monthly sales figures for a key segment of the wholesale trade industry. It is used by economists and policymakers to analyze consumer spending patterns and gauge the broader strength of the durable goods sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale establishments by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This economic indicator offers insights relevant to retail, manufacturing, and monetary policy decision-making.
Key Facts
- Durable goods account for approximately 20% of total retail sales.
- The wholesale trade industry employs over 5.9 million workers in the U.S.
- Merchant wholesalers sold over $6.7 trillion in goods in 2021.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures monthly sales of durable goods such as household appliances and electronic products by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insights into wholesale demand and the overall health of the consumer durables market, which is relevant for economists, policymakers, and businesses.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale establishments by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This economic indicator offers insights relevant to retail, manufacturing, and monetary policy decision-making.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis, with a typical 1-2 month lag between the reference period and publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Household Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Sales (S4236SM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.