All Employees: Retail Trade: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers in Pennsylvania
Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU42000004244100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
76.40
Year-over-Year Change
-2.05%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures monthly manufacturing employment in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metropolitan area on a not seasonally adjusted basis. It provides insights into the local labor market and production activity.
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 series tracks the number of manufacturing jobs in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington region on a monthly basis without adjusting for typical seasonal variations. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the health and trends of the local industrial sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of businesses.
Historical Context
This metric is relevant for understanding regional economic conditions and can inform decisions by local governments, businesses, and workers.
Key Facts
- Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington is the fourth-largest metropolitan area in the U.S.
- Manufacturing accounts for over 8% of the region's total employment.
- Employment in this sector has fluctuated between 250,000 and 290,000 jobs since 2010.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of manufacturing jobs in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metropolitan area on a monthly basis without seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the health and trends of the local industrial sector, which is an important component of the regional economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of businesses.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric can inform decisions by local governments, businesses, and workers regarding regional economic conditions and the manufacturing industry.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a lag of several weeks from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU42000004244100001), retrieved from FRED.