Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Colombia
COLBRVSLV02STSAM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
7.82
Year-over-Year Change
1704.85%
Date Range
6/1/1980 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the volume of stocks in the retail trade sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, in Colombia. It provides valuable insights into the current state of economic activity in the country's retail 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
The Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Colombia series tracks the current volume of inventories held by retailers in Colombia, excluding the automotive sector. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the health and outlook of the retail industry, which is a crucial component of the country's overall economic performance.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the retail trade sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists and policymakers to understand the current state of the Colombian economy and inform policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Colombia's retail trade sector accounts for a significant portion of the country's GDP.
- Inventory levels in the retail industry are a leading indicator of consumer demand and economic conditions.
- Monitoring the volume of stocks in the retail trade sector helps policymakers assess the overall health of the Colombian economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the current volume of inventories held by retailers in Colombia, excluding the automotive sector. It provides insights into the state of economic activity in the country's retail industry.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is closely monitored by economists and policymakers as it helps assess the health and outlook of the Colombian retail industry, which is a crucial component of the country's overall economic performance.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the retail trade sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to understand the current state of the Colombian economy and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the timeliness and accuracy of the survey responses from the retail trade sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Colombia (COLBRVSLV02STSAM), retrieved from FRED.