Unemployment Level - Sales and Related Occupations
LNU03032220 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
592.00
Year-over-Year Change
-12.94%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks unemployment levels in sales and related occupations, offering crucial insights into retail and service sector employment trends. Provides key indicators of economic activity and consumer spending.
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 metric measures unemployed workers in sales-related jobs, reflecting broader economic conditions and consumer market dynamics. Helps understand sector-specific employment challenges.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Critical for understanding retail sector health and consumer-facing job markets.
Key Facts
- Reflects retail and sales job market conditions
- Indicates consumer spending potential
- Provides sector-specific employment insights
FAQs
Q: What does this unemployment metric cover?
A: Tracks unemployed workers in sales and related occupations across various industries.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current unemployment trends in sales sectors.
Q: Why are sales job unemployment rates important?
A: Indicates consumer market health and potential economic spending patterns.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Analyzes retail sector performance and broader economic consumer trends.
Q: What industries are included in this metric?
A: Covers retail, services, and consumer-facing sales occupations across sectors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Unemployment Level - Sales and Related Occupations (LNU03032220), retrieved from FRED.