Sales: Retail Trade: Car Registration: Passenger Cars for Turkey
Number, Monthly level, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted
SLRTCR03TRQ180S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
48,117.07
Year-over-Year Change
-21.63%
Date Range
1/1/1989 - 4/1/2018
Summary
This series measures the monthly, seasonally adjusted retail sales of clothing and clothing accessories stores in the United States. It provides insight into consumer spending trends and the overall health of the retail sector.
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 retail sales of clothing and clothing accessories stores is a key economic indicator that tracks consumer demand for apparel and related products. This data series is widely followed by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the strength of the consumer economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Retail sales figures are closely watched for their implications on economic growth, consumer confidence, and monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Retail sales make up about 30% of total consumer spending in the U.S.
- Clothing and accessories stores account for approximately 3% of total retail sales.
- Seasonally adjusted data helps control for expected annual fluctuations in sales.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures the monthly, seasonally adjusted retail sales of clothing and clothing accessories stores in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Retail sales figures for the clothing and accessories sector provide valuable insights into consumer spending patterns and the overall health of the retail industry.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Retail sales data is closely monitored by economists and policymakers for its implications on economic growth, consumer confidence, and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a typical delay of a few weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number, Monthly level, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (SLRTCR03TRQ180S), retrieved from FRED.