Nonfinancial Business; Inventories, Transactions
NBINVEQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
210,311.00
Year-over-Year Change
-14.14%
Date Range
10/1/1946 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Nonfinancial Business Inventories, Transactions measures the value of inventory transactions for non-financial businesses in the United States. This data provides insights into supply chain dynamics 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
This quarterly economic indicator tracks the net change in the value of physical inventories held by non-financial companies. It is an important gauge of business confidence, supply chain resilience, and economic growth potential.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this metric to assess production, sales, and investment trends across the broader economy.
Key Facts
- Inventories are a key component of GDP.
- Inventory levels signal production and sales expectations.
- Inventory fluctuations impact business financing and supply chains.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Nonfinancial Business Inventories, Transactions metric tracks the net change in the value of physical inventories held by non-financial companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insights into supply chain dynamics, business investment, and economic growth potential.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers monitor this metric to assess production, sales, and investment trends across the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag, providing a slightly delayed view of inventory activity.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Business; Inventories, Transactions (NBINVEQ027S), retrieved from FRED.