Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders, Durable Goods Industries for United States
M0606AUSM027NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25.51
Year-over-Year Change
-13.44%
Date Range
1/1/1939 - 12/1/1947
Summary
Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders for Durable Goods measures the value of outstanding orders for durable manufactured goods. It is an important economic indicator of future production and business investment.
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
Unfilled orders represent goods that have been ordered from manufacturers but not yet shipped. This metric provides insight into the pipeline of future demand and production levels for durable goods industries in the United States.
Methodology
The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing establishments by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers closely monitor unfilled orders as a leading indicator of economic activity and business investment.
Key Facts
- Durable goods are products designed to last at least 3 years.
- Unfilled orders reached a high of $1.2 trillion in 2008.
- The data is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders for Durable Goods measures the value of outstanding orders for manufactured durable goods that have been placed with U.S. manufacturers but not yet shipped.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into future demand and production levels for durable goods industries, making it an important leading indicator of economic activity and business investment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of manufacturing establishments conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers closely monitor unfilled orders as a signal of future production and capital expenditures, which informs decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a typical 4-6 week delay from the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders, Durable Goods Industries for United States (M0606AUSM027NNBR), retrieved from FRED.