All Employees: Retail Trade: Food and Beverage Retailers in Wisconsin
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU55000004244500001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
57.30
Year-over-Year Change
-0.17%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Not Seasonally Adjusted series measures the monthly unemployment rate for the United States, providing a raw, unadjusted view of labor market conditions.
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
This series represents the total number of unemployed persons in the U.S. labor force as a percentage of the total labor force, without seasonal adjustments. It offers a transparent, unrefined perspective on unemployment trends that can supplement the more commonly reported seasonally adjusted data.
Methodology
The data is collected through household surveys by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers closely monitor the not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate to gain a clearer understanding of underlying labor market dynamics.
Key Facts
- The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate typically exhibits more volatility than the seasonally adjusted rate.
- Seasonal patterns, such as temporary holiday hiring, can significantly impact the raw unemployment figures.
- Analyzing the not seasonally adjusted data can provide insights into the true magnitude of labor market changes.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Not Seasonally Adjusted series measures the total number of unemployed persons in the U.S. labor force as a percentage of the total labor force, without any seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate offers a more transparent, unrefined view of labor market conditions that can complement the more commonly reported seasonally adjusted data.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers closely monitor the not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate to gain a clearer understanding of underlying labor market dynamics, which can inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is subject to the same update schedules and potential limitations as the seasonally adjusted data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU55000004244500001), retrieved from FRED.