Retail Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom
IHLIDXGBTPRETA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
85.93
Year-over-Year Change
0.70%
Date Range
11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The 'Retail Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom' trend measures the volume of job postings in the retail sector on the Indeed job search platform. This provides insights into labor demand and hiring activity in the UK 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
This index tracks the daily changes in the number of active job postings for retail positions in the United Kingdom, as a measure of labor market conditions and economic recovery in the retail sector.
Methodology
The data is collected by Indeed, a leading job search engine, by monitoring the job postings on its platform.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers use this data to assess the health of the UK labor market and retail industry.
Key Facts
- The index is normalized to 100 as of February 1, 2020.
- Retail job postings fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The index has since recovered but remains below pre-pandemic levels.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of job postings in the retail sector on the Indeed job search platform in the United Kingdom.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into labor demand and hiring activity in the UK retail industry, which is an important indicator of economic conditions and recovery.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by Indeed, a leading job search engine, by monitoring the job postings on its platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this data to assess the health of the UK labor market and retail industry, which can inform economic policies and decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated daily, but there may be some delays in reporting or potential limitations in coverage of the entire UK retail job market.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Retail Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom (IHLIDXGBTPRETA), retrieved from FRED.