Manufacturers' New Orders: Furniture and Related Products
A37SNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
7,518.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.13%
Date Range
2/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Manufacturers' New Orders: Furniture and Related Products is an important economic indicator that tracks the monthly value of new orders received by U.S. furniture manufacturers. It provides insights into the strength of consumer demand and business investment in the furniture industry.
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 measures the total value of new orders received by manufacturers of furniture and related products, such as mattresses and window blinds. It is a leading indicator of future production and sales activity in the furniture sector, which is an important part of the broader U.S. manufacturing economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of a sample of furniture manufacturers in the United States.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge consumer and business confidence, as well as to forecast production, employment, and other economic outcomes in the furniture industry.
Key Facts
- Furniture manufacturing accounts for over $50 billion in annual shipments in the U.S.
- New orders for furniture are often viewed as a leading indicator of broader economic trends.
- The furniture industry employs over 400,000 workers in the United States.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Manufacturers' New Orders: Furniture and Related Products trend measures the total value of new orders received by U.S. furniture manufacturers on a monthly basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into consumer demand and business investment in the furniture industry, which is a key part of the broader manufacturing sector. It is closely watched by economists, industry analysts, and policymakers as a leading indicator of future production, sales, and employment in the furniture market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of a sample of furniture manufacturers in the United States.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge consumer and business confidence, as well as to forecast production, employment, and other economic outcomes in the furniture industry. It is an important input for making informed decisions about fiscal and monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Manufacturers' New Orders: Furniture and Related Products data is released on a monthly basis by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with a typical lag of around 4-6 weeks from the end of the reference month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Manufacturers' New Orders: Furniture and Related Products (A37SNO), retrieved from FRED.