End of Year Inventories for Greeting Card Publishers, Employer Firms: Work-In-Process for All Establishments
INVWIPEF511191ALLEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
9.00
Year-over-Year Change
-10.00%
Date Range
1/1/2013 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures the end-of-year inventories for greeting card publishers, specifically the work-in-process category across all establishments. It provides insights into production levels and supply chain dynamics within the greeting card 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 End of Year Inventories for Greeting Card Publishers, Employer Firms: Work-In-Process for All Establishments data series tracks the value of unfinished goods held in inventory by companies that publish greeting cards. This metric is used by economists to gauge production capacity, supply chain health, and potential disruptions in the greeting card industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of greeting card publishing firms by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This inventory data is closely monitored by industry analysts and policymakers to assess the state of the greeting card market and potential inflationary pressures.
Key Facts
- The greeting card industry generates over $7.5 billion in annual revenue.
- Greeting cards account for approximately 30% of all social expression product sales in the U.S.
- The work-in-process inventory data provides insight into production efficiency and potential supply shortages.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the end-of-year inventories of work-in-process goods held by greeting card publishing companies across all establishments in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This inventory data provides insights into production capacity, supply chain health, and potential disruptions within the greeting card industry, which is an important consumer market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of greeting card publishing firms conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This inventory data is closely monitored by industry analysts and policymakers to assess the state of the greeting card market and potential inflationary pressures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released annually, and there may be delays in reporting due to the survey collection process.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, End of Year Inventories for Greeting Card Publishers, Employer Firms: Work-In-Process for All Establishments (INVWIPEF511191ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.