All Employees: Retail Trade: Food and Beverage Retailers in Colorado
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU08000004244500001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
51.50
Year-over-Year Change
-0.39%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures employment without adjusting for regular seasonal patterns. It is a key indicator of the underlying employment trends in the U.S. economy.
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 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' employment series tracks the raw, unadjusted number of jobs in the economy. This contrasts with seasonally adjusted data, which removes predictable fluctuations due to weather, holidays, and other calendar-related factors.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use the not seasonally adjusted data to gain insights into the true state of the labor market.
Key Facts
- The not seasonally adjusted series shows employment without smoothing out regular patterns.
- It can reveal underlying trends that are masked by seasonal adjustments.
- The data is collected through a monthly survey of U.S. businesses and government agencies.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the raw, unadjusted number of jobs in the U.S. economy, without removing regular seasonal patterns.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The not seasonally adjusted data provides insights into the true state of the labor market, which can be obscured by seasonal adjustments.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses and government agencies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use the not seasonally adjusted employment data to better understand the underlying trends in the labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The not seasonally adjusted employment data is published monthly, with the same update schedule as the seasonally adjusted figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU08000004244500001), retrieved from FRED.