All Employees: Transportation and Utilities: Transportation and Warehousing in Puerto Rico
Seasonally Adjusted
SMU72000004340008901SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.42
Year-over-Year Change
0.21%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Seasonally Adjusted employment trend measures the level of non-farm payroll employment in the U.S., adjusted for predictable seasonal variations. This metric is a key indicator of economic health and labor market 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 Seasonally Adjusted employment series removes regular cyclical patterns from the non-farm payroll data to provide a clearer picture of underlying economic trends. It is widely used by economists, policymakers, and analysts to monitor the state of the U.S. labor market.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and adjusted using statistical models to account for seasonal fluctuations.
Historical Context
The Seasonally Adjusted employment trend is a crucial input for the Federal Reserve and other institutions when making economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The Seasonally Adjusted series adjusts for regular patterns like holiday hiring.
- It is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The trend is a leading indicator of economic growth and consumer demand.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Seasonally Adjusted employment trend measures the level of non-farm payroll employment in the U.S., with regular seasonal variations removed.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides a clearer picture of underlying labor market conditions, which is crucial for economists, policymakers, and investors when assessing the state of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses and adjusted using statistical models to account for seasonal fluctuations.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Seasonally Adjusted employment trend is a key input for the Federal Reserve and other institutions when making decisions about monetary policy and economic interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a typical release lag of approximately one month.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted (SMU72000004340008901SA), retrieved from FRED.