Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Portugal
PRTBRVSLV02STSAM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.40
Year-over-Year Change
30.77%
Date Range
1/1/1989 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the volume of stocks in the retail trade sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, in Portugal. It provides valuable insights into the current state of economic activity in the Portuguese retail 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 Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Portugal trend represents the current level of stock volumes in the Portuguese retail sector, excluding the sales of motor vehicles and motorcycles. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to gauge the overall health and performance of the retail industry within the broader Portuguese economy.
Methodology
The data for this trend is collected through business tendency surveys conducted by the national statistical office.
Historical Context
This economic indicator is closely monitored by policymakers and market analysts to understand the prevailing conditions and potential future trends in the Portuguese retail sector.
Key Facts
- The trend measures stock volumes in the Portuguese retail sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles.
- It provides insights into the current state of economic activity in the Portuguese retail industry.
- The data is collected through business tendency surveys conducted by the national statistical office.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of stocks in the retail trade sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, in Portugal. It provides insights into the current state of economic activity in the Portuguese retail industry.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This economic indicator is closely monitored by policymakers and market analysts to understand the prevailing conditions and potential future trends in the Portuguese retail sector, which is an important part of the country's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data for this trend is collected through business tendency surveys conducted by the national statistical office.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This economic indicator is used by policymakers and market analysts to gauge the overall health and performance of the retail industry within the broader Portuguese economy, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data for this trend is subject to the publication schedule and any potential delays of the national statistical office responsible for collecting and reporting the information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Tendency Surveys: Volume of Stocks: Economic Activity: Retail Trade, Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles: Current for Portugal (PRTBRVSLV02STSAM), retrieved from FRED.