Real Sectoral Output for Retail Trade: Vending Machine Operators (NAICS 4542) in the United States
IPUHN4542T011000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-11.20
Year-over-Year Change
-586.96%
Date Range
1/1/1988 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the real output of the retail trade industry for vending machine operators in the United States. It provides insights into the performance and health of this specialized sector.
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 Real Sectoral Output for Retail Trade: Vending Machine Operators (NAICS 4542) in the United States is an index that tracks the real, inflation-adjusted production levels of businesses primarily engaged in the retail sale of merchandise from vending machines. This metric is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer demand within the vending machine operator industry.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of its broader industrial production indices.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to monitor the performance and outlook of the vending machine operator sector.
Key Facts
- Vending machine operators are a specialized retail trade industry.
- This sector's output is a key indicator of consumer demand and economic health.
- The data is part of the Federal Reserve's broader industrial production indices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the real, inflation-adjusted output of businesses primarily engaged in the retail sale of merchandise from vending machines in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the performance and health of the vending machine operator industry, which is an important specialized sector within the broader retail trade landscape.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of its broader industrial production indices.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to monitor the performance and outlook of the vending machine operator sector, which can inform broader economic and policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: As this data is part of the Federal Reserve's industrial production indices, it may be subject to the same update delays and limitations as those broader measures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Sectoral Output for Retail Trade: Vending Machine Operators (NAICS 4542) in the United States (IPUHN4542T011000000), retrieved from FRED.