All Employees: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Food Manufacturing in Puerto Rico
Not Seasonally Adjusted
SMU72000003231100001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
12.10
Year-over-Year Change
-1.63%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the monthly change in employment levels without adjusting for typical seasonal variations. This provides a direct observation of employment patterns over time.
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 data shows the raw, unadjusted changes in employment levels. This contrasts with seasonally adjusted data, which removes regular seasonal patterns to highlight underlying economic trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate near-term changes in the labor market.
Key Facts
- The data is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Not seasonally adjusted data can be more volatile than seasonally adjusted figures.
- This metric provides a direct view of employment trends without statistical smoothing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' trend measures the monthly change in employment levels without adjusting for typical seasonal variations in hiring and layoffs.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This unadjusted data provides a clear view of underlying employment patterns, which can be useful for evaluating near-term labor market conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Current Employment Statistics (CES) survey of U.S. businesses.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to supplement seasonally adjusted data when evaluating short-term changes in the labor market.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of 1-2 weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SMU72000003231100001), retrieved from FRED.