All Employees: Retail Trade: Food and Beverage Retailers in North Carolina
SMU37000004244500001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
108.76
Year-over-Year Change
2.60%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of employees in the food and beverage retail industry in North Carolina. It provides insight into the strength and growth of this key sector of the state'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 All Employees: Retail Trade: Food and Beverage Retailers in North Carolina series tracks the monthly employment levels of businesses that sell food and beverages at the retail level within the state. This data is used by economists and policymakers to monitor the health and trajectory of this important consumer-facing industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend offers valuable context for assessing consumer demand, business investment, and economic conditions in North Carolina.
Key Facts
- North Carolina is a major hub for food and beverage retail in the Southeast.
- This industry accounted for over 250,000 jobs in the state as of the latest data.
- Food and beverage retail employment has grown steadily in North Carolina in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees working in the food and beverage retail industry within the state of North Carolina.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This employment data provides valuable insights into the health and performance of a critical consumer-facing sector of North Carolina's economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of businesses conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers analyze this employment data to assess consumer demand, business investment, and broader economic conditions in North Carolina.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data series is published monthly with a lag of several weeks, so there may be some delay in reflecting the latest employment figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Retail Trade: Food and Beverage Retailers in North Carolina (SMU37000004244500001SA), retrieved from FRED.