All Employees, Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
CES4142400001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,223.90
Year-over-Year Change
0.73%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment levels in nondurable goods wholesale sectors. Provides critical insight into distribution and supply chain workforce dynamics.
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
Measures total employment in merchant wholesale businesses dealing with nondurable goods like food, beverages, and consumable products.
Methodology
Bureau of Labor Statistics conducts monthly establishment survey to collect employment data.
Historical Context
Used by economists to assess distribution sector health and economic productivity.
Key Facts
- Reflects distribution sector employment trends
- Includes food, beverage, and consumable goods wholesalers
- Monthly updated economic indicator
FAQs
Q: What are nondurable goods in wholesale employment?
A: Nondurable goods include products consumed quickly like food, beverages, and paper products.
Q: How often is this employment data updated?
A: The Bureau of Labor Statistics updates this data monthly through establishment surveys.
Q: Why is merchant wholesale employment important?
A: It indicates economic health, supply chain strength, and distribution sector performance.
Q: Does this include all wholesale businesses?
A: This specific series focuses only on nondurable goods merchant wholesalers.
Q: How reliable is this employment data?
A: Data is collected through comprehensive monthly establishment surveys by BLS.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees, Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (CES4142400001), retrieved from FRED.