Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Sales
This dataset tracks merchant wholesalers, except manufacturers' sales branches and offices: nondurable goods: miscellaneous nondurable goods sales over time.
Latest Value
31362.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.89%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures sales at merchant wholesalers of miscellaneous nondurable goods, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices. It provides insights into the overall health and demand for a wide range of nondurable consumer and business 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
Merchant wholesalers play a crucial role in the distribution and supply chain for nondurable goods, serving as intermediaries between manufacturers and retailers. This sales data helps economists and policymakers analyze trends in consumer and business spending, inventory levels, and broader economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This indicator is closely watched by economists, analysts, and policymakers to gauge the strength of the wholesale trade sector and overall economic activity.
Key Facts
- Miscellaneous nondurable goods include products like paper, chemicals, and plastics.
- Wholesale sales account for over $6 trillion in annual economic activity in the U.S.
- This indicator is a leading economic signal, often changing before broader economic trends.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator measures the sales of miscellaneous nondurable goods by merchant wholesalers, excluding manufacturers' sales branches and offices.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the overall health and demand for a wide range of nondurable consumer and business products, making it a closely watched indicator of economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of merchant wholesale businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists, analysts, and policymakers use this indicator to gauge the strength of the wholesale trade sector and overall economic activity, which informs policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical lag of around two months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Sales (S4249SM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.