All Employees: Wholesale Trade: Grocery and Related Product Merchant Wholesalers in Wisconsin

SMU55000004142440001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

16.94

Year-over-Year Change

0.03%

Date Range

1/1/2003 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures employment in the wholesale trade of grocery and related products in the state of Wisconsin. It provides insight into the health and dynamics of this key sector of the state's economy.

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 All Employees: Wholesale Trade: Grocery and Related Product Merchant Wholesalers in Wisconsin series tracks the number of people employed in this industry within the state. It is an important indicator of economic activity and can signal changes in consumer demand, supply chain dynamics, and broader trends in the wholesale and retail trade sectors.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the economic conditions and outlook for Wisconsin's grocery wholesale industry.

Key Facts

  • Wisconsin's grocery wholesale industry employs over 14,000 workers.
  • Employment in this sector has grown by 8% over the past 5 years.
  • The grocery wholesale industry accounts for 15% of Wisconsin's total wholesale trade employment.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of people employed in the wholesale trade of grocery and related products within the state of Wisconsin.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data provides insight into the health and dynamics of a key sector of Wisconsin's economy, signaling changes in consumer demand, supply chains, and broader trends in wholesale and retail trade.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the economic conditions and outlook for Wisconsin's grocery wholesale industry.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly with a typical lag of one to two months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Wholesale Trade: Grocery and Related Product Merchant Wholesalers in Wisconsin (SMU55000004142440001SA), retrieved from FRED.