Paper Stocks, Excluding Building Paper, Newsprint, and Paperboard for United States
Thousands of Short Tons, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
M0512EUSM601NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
431.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.49%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 12/1/1956
Summary
This economic trend measures the monthly volume of short tons of a key industrial commodity in the United States. It provides insights into manufacturing and production 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 'Thousands of Short Tons, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' series tracks the monthly production of a critical raw material in the U.S. economy. The data is used by economists and policymakers to monitor industrial output and supply chain dynamics.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing and extraction facilities.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched as an indicator of overall economic health and industrial capacity utilization.
Key Facts
- Monthly data series since 1947
- Measures a key industrial commodity
- Provides insight into manufacturing activity
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the monthly production volume, in thousands of short tons, of a critical raw material used in various manufacturing processes across the U.S. economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is an important indicator of overall industrial activity and economic health, as it provides insights into supply chain dynamics and manufacturing capacity utilization.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing and extraction facilities producing the tracked industrial commodity.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this metric as a gauge of broader economic conditions, industrial output, and the health of key supply chains.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis, with a typical lag of a few weeks from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Thousands of Short Tons, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (M0512EUSM601NNBR), retrieved from FRED.