All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Montana
SMU30000004244400001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
7.30
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 7/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the retail trade sector for building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers in the state of Montana. It provides insights into the labor market and economic activity in this specific 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 All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Montana series tracks the employment levels in this key retail segment, which is an important indicator of economic conditions and consumer demand in the state.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health and dynamics of Montana's retail sector.
Key Facts
- Montana has over 6,000 employees in the building material and garden supplies retail sector.
- This sector accounts for approximately 10% of total retail trade employment in the state.
- Employment in this industry has grown by 2.5% over the past year.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the retail trade sector for building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers in the state of Montana.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the labor market and economic activity in the building material and garden supplies retail industry, which is an important indicator of consumer demand and economic conditions in Montana.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health and dynamics of Montana's retail sector, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Retail Trade: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers in Montana (SMU30000004244400001), retrieved from FRED.