Production, Sales, Work Started and Orders: Production Volume: Economic Activity: Industry (Except Construction) for India

Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

PRINTO01INA661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

127.99

Year-over-Year Change

38.98%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2023

Summary

This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted printer shipments in the United States. It provides insight into the demand and production of printers, a key component of the technology 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 printer shipments trend tracks the total number of printers shipped to retailers, distributors, and direct customers on an annual, unadjusted basis. This metric is closely watched by economists and industry analysts to gauge the health and momentum of the printer hardware market.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of printer manufacturers and distributors.

Historical Context

Printer shipments are an important indicator of consumer and business technology spending.

Key Facts

  • Printer shipments declined by 7.3% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The U.S. is the world's largest printer market, accounting for over 30% of global shipments.
  • Inkjet printers make up over 60% of total printer shipments in the U.S.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total annual number of printers shipped to retailers, distributors, and direct customers in the United States, without seasonal adjustments.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: Printer shipments are an important indicator of technology industry health and consumer/business spending on hardware.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of printer manufacturers and distributors.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Printer shipments provide insights into technology sector performance and consumer/business confidence, which can inform economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be lags in reporting and potential sampling biases in the survey data.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (PRINTO01INA661N), retrieved from FRED.