All Employees: Retail Trade in Hawaii

Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

SMU15000004200000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

65.80

Year-over-Year Change

2.33%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures monthly, not seasonally adjusted employment levels in the total nonfarm sector of the U.S. economy. It provides insight into overall labor market conditions and is a key indicator for economists and policymakers.

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 Nonfarm, Not Seasonally Adjusted employment series tracks the total number of jobs in the U.S. private and public sectors, excluding agricultural workers. It is a widely-used gauge of the strength and direction of the national labor market.

Methodology

This data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this employment trend to assess economic growth, guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions, and project future market conditions.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. has over 150 million nonfarm jobs as of the latest data.
  • Nonfarm employment accounts for over 80% of total U.S. employment.
  • The not seasonally adjusted data shows the raw, unadjusted employment levels.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of nonfarm jobs in the U.S. economy on a monthly basis, without seasonal adjustments.

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

A: The nonfarm employment level is a key indicator of overall economic health and labor market conditions, making it important for policymakers, economists, and investors.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this employment trend to assess economic growth, guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions, and project future market conditions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The nonfarm employment data is released monthly with a typical lag of around one month from the reference period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU15000004200000001), retrieved from FRED.