Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Payrolls of All Employees, Professional and Business Services

Not Seasonally Adjusted

CEU6000000017 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

229.40

Year-over-Year Change

4.70%

Date Range

3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Represents raw employment data without seasonal adjustments. Provides unfiltered snapshot of workforce trends before statistical smoothing.

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

Not Seasonally Adjusted data captures employment figures in their original form. Helps analysts understand raw employment fluctuations.

Methodology

Data collected through comprehensive employer surveys and payroll records.

Historical Context

Used for detailed labor market analysis and understanding cyclical employment patterns.

Key Facts

  • Reflects actual employment numbers without statistical smoothing
  • Critical for understanding seasonal workforce variations
  • Provides granular insights into labor market dynamics

FAQs

Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?

A: Raw employment data without statistical modifications to remove seasonal variations. Shows actual employment numbers.

Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?

A: Reveals unfiltered employment trends and helps identify genuine labor market changes beyond seasonal patterns.

Q: How do seasonal adjustments differ from raw data?

A: Seasonal adjustments smooth out predictable fluctuations, while raw data shows exact employment numbers.

Q: When should analysts use non-seasonally adjusted data?

A: Useful for detailed period-specific analysis and understanding immediate workforce dynamics.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Typically updated monthly by government labor statistics agencies.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CEU6000000017), retrieved from FRED.