Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Rate Female: From 55 to 64 Years for Portugal
Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
LREM55FEPTQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
64.70
Year-over-Year Change
9.11%
Date Range
1/1/1998 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of retail and food service sales transactions in the United States on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. It provides insights into consumer spending patterns and is a key indicator of overall economic activity.
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 Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted retail and food service sales metric tracks the total dollar value of all sales transactions at retail and food service establishments across the country. This unadjusted data offers a raw view of consumer spending trends, which is valuable for economists and policymakers to analyze economic performance.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail and food service businesses in the U.S.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists, investors, and policymakers to gauge the health of the consumer sector and broader economy.
Key Facts
- Retail and food service sales account for nearly 70% of U.S. GDP.
- Consumer spending drives over two-thirds of economic activity in the U.S.
- Quarterly retail sales data is released approximately 6 weeks after the end of each quarter.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total dollar value of all retail and food service sales transactions in the United States on a quarterly basis, without any seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This unadjusted data on consumer spending patterns is a key indicator of overall economic activity and is closely monitored by economists, investors, and policymakers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of retail and food service businesses across the United States.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Quarterly retail sales data is a crucial input for economists and policymakers to gauge the health of the consumer sector and broader economy, informing decisions on interest rates, fiscal policy, and other economic interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The quarterly retail sales data is released approximately 6 weeks after the end of each quarter, and the unadjusted figures may be subject to revisions in subsequent releases.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LREM55FEPTQ156N), retrieved from FRED.