Ethyl Alcohol Stocks, at Warehouses for United States
M05043USM441NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
33.87
Year-over-Year Change
23.48%
Date Range
5/1/1920 - 5/1/1938
Summary
This trend measures the total inventory of ethyl alcohol stored in warehouses across the United States. It is an important indicator of supply and demand conditions in the alcohol production and distribution 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 Ethyl Alcohol Stocks indicator tracks the monthly changes in the volume of ethyl alcohol, also known as ethanol, held in commercial warehouses in the U.S. This data point is closely monitored by policymakers, market analysts, and industry stakeholders to assess the overall balance between ethanol production, imports, and consumption.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported monthly by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Historical Context
Ethanol stocks are a key input for evaluating the health of the biofuels and petrochemicals markets.
Key Facts
- Ethanol is a renewable biofuel blended into gasoline.
- Warehouse stocks represent around 10% of total U.S. ethanol production.
- Fluctuations in ethanol stocks can impact gasoline prices and biofuel policy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total volume of ethyl alcohol, or ethanol, stored in commercial warehouses across the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Ethanol stock levels are closely monitored as an indicator of supply and demand conditions in the biofuels and petrochemicals markets, which can impact energy prices and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported monthly by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Ethanol stock levels are used by policymakers, market analysts, and industry stakeholders to assess the overall balance between ethanol production, imports, and consumption, which can inform energy and biofuels policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The ethanol stocks data is reported on a monthly basis, so there may be a short delay between the reporting period and the public release of the data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Ethyl Alcohol Stocks, at Warehouses for United States (M05043USM441NNBR), retrieved from FRED.