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Not Seasonally Adjusted

SMU25000006562410001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

104.40

Year-over-Year Change

2.96%

Date Range

1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025

Summary

The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' economic trend measures raw, unadjusted data on economic indicators. It provides a useful counterpoint to seasonally adjusted data, allowing analysis of underlying economic conditions.

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' series presents economic data without the seasonal patterns and calendar effects removed. This gives economists and policymakers a clearer view of true underlying activity, trends, and turning points in the economy.

Methodology

Data is collected directly from survey responses and other primary sources without seasonal adjustments.

Historical Context

Analyzing not seasonally adjusted data is crucial for understanding business cycle dynamics and informing economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Not seasonally adjusted data shows the actual, unmodified values of economic metrics.
  • Seasonal patterns can mask underlying economic conditions when using only seasonally adjusted data.
  • Analyzing both adjusted and unadjusted data provides a more complete picture of the economy.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend presents raw, unadjusted data on economic indicators, without removing seasonal patterns and calendar effects.

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

A: Analyzing not seasonally adjusted data is crucial for understanding true underlying economic conditions, trends, and turning points.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from survey responses and other primary sources without applying seasonal adjustments.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Not seasonally adjusted data provides important context for policymakers and economists to assess the state of the economy and inform policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The not seasonally adjusted data is published concurrently with the seasonally adjusted figures, with no additional delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU25000006562410001), retrieved from FRED.