All Employees: Retail Trade: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers in Illinois
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU17000004244100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
72.50
Year-over-Year Change
2.11%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment levels in the U.S. It provides important insights into the underlying trends in the labor 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 Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment series measures the total number of people employed in the United States on a monthly basis without adjusting for seasonal factors. This raw data is useful for analyzing real-time changes in the labor force and identifying emerging patterns.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment metric is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge the health of the broader economy.
Key Facts
- The monthly employment level was 151.3 million as of the most recent data.
- Employment levels tend to exhibit seasonal patterns, which are removed in seasonally adjusted figures.
- This raw employment data allows for analysis of underlying labor market dynamics.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total number of people employed in the United States on a monthly basis, without adjusting for seasonal factors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The raw, not seasonally adjusted employment data provides important insights into real-time changes in the labor market, which is a key driver of broader economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment metric is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge the health of the broader economy and inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published 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, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU17000004244100001), retrieved from FRED.