Total Sales, Catalog and Store, Two Mail Order Houses for United States
M063ADUSM144NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
330.30
Year-over-Year Change
11.29%
Date Range
2/1/1956 - 1/1/1959
Summary
This economic trend measures the total sales of two major U.S. mail order houses, which provides insight into consumer spending and demand for catalog and store-based retail.
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 'Total Sales, Catalog and Store, Two Mail Order Houses for United States' series tracks the combined sales of two leading U.S. mail order retailers. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in consumer purchasing behavior and the overall health of the retail sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through direct reporting from the two mail order companies.
Historical Context
This sales trend offers a window into consumer demand and can inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- This series has been tracked since the 1940s.
- Mail order houses were major retail channels before the rise of e-commerce.
- Sales data provides insight into consumer purchasing power and confidence.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total sales, including catalog and in-store purchases, of two leading U.S. mail order retail companies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This sales data offers insight into consumer spending patterns and the overall health of the retail sector, which is valuable for economic analysis and policymaking.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the two mail order retail companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in mail order sales can inform decisions around monetary and fiscal policy, as well as provide context for broader consumer spending and retail industry analysis.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays in reporting from the source companies, and the data only covers two major mail order retailers, which may not fully represent the entire mail order industry.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Sales, Catalog and Store, Two Mail Order Houses for United States (M063ADUSM144NNBR), retrieved from FRED.