Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Inventories
I4243IM144SCEN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
27,652.00
Year-over-Year Change
-3.89%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures inventories of nondurable goods, specifically apparel, piece goods, and notions, held by merchant wholesalers. It provides insights into supply chain dynamics and wholesale demand for these products.
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 Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Inventories metric tracks the level of inventories held by wholesale merchants who distribute these types of nondurable goods. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze wholesale trade and inventory management trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This inventory metric is closely watched as an indicator of wholesale demand and can inform economic policies and business decisions.
Key Facts
- Inventories are a key component of the wholesale supply chain.
- Apparel, piece goods, and notions are important nondurable goods categories.
- Monitoring inventory levels can provide insights into consumer demand.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the level of inventories held by merchant wholesalers for nondurable goods such as apparel, piece goods, and notions.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This inventory metric is an important indicator of wholesale demand and supply chain dynamics, which can inform economic policies and business decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of merchant wholesalers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this inventory data to assess wholesale trade conditions and overall economic activity.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to typical survey collection and processing timelines, which can result in a several-month reporting lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Merchant Wholesalers, Except Manufacturers' Sales Branches and Offices: Nondurable Goods: Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Inventories (I4243IM144SCEN), retrieved from FRED.