Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Hardware, and Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies Sales
S4237SM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
21,591.00
Year-over-Year Change
5.15%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures sales of durable goods hardware, plumbing, and heating equipment and supplies by merchant wholesalers. It provides insight into the wholesale distribution and demand for these essential industrial and consumer products.
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: Hardware, and Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies Sales metric tracks the monthly value of sales for these products at the wholesale level. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze industrial and consumer demand trends.
Methodology
The U.S. Census Bureau collects this data through monthly surveys of merchant wholesaler businesses.
Historical Context
This wholesale sales data is closely monitored for signals about the health of the construction, manufacturing, and home improvement sectors.
Key Facts
- Durable goods are products designed to last 3+ years.
- Merchant wholesalers distribute goods to retailers, contractors, and other businesses.
- This data is reported monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the monthly sales value of durable goods hardware, plumbing, and heating equipment and supplies sold by merchant wholesalers in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into wholesale demand and distribution for essential industrial and consumer products, signaling the health of construction, manufacturing, and home improvement sectors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The U.S. Census Bureau collects this data through monthly surveys of merchant wholesaler businesses.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this wholesale sales data to assess industrial and consumer demand trends, which informs decision-making on economic and fiscal policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is reported monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau, with a typical 6-week delay between the reference period and public release.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Durable Goods: Hardware, and Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies Sales (S4237SM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.