TROS Future Sales; Diffusion Index for Texas
TROSFREVUAMFRBDAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
26.30
Year-over-Year Change
195.51%
Date Range
1/1/2007 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The TROS Future Sales; Diffusion Index for Texas measures business sentiment and expectations for future sales activity in the Dallas Federal Reserve region.
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
This diffusion index tracks the net percentage of Texas businesses that expect sales to increase over the next six months. It is a forward-looking indicator used to gauge economic conditions and business confidence in the region.
Methodology
The data is collected through a monthly survey of manufacturing and service sector firms in the Dallas Fed's district.
Historical Context
The TROS index provides insight into near-term economic trends that can inform policy decisions and market analysis.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 100, with 50 indicating neutral sentiment.
- A reading above 50 signals expectations of rising future sales.
- The index helps track changing business confidence in the Dallas region.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The TROS Future Sales; Diffusion Index for Texas measures the net percentage of businesses in the Dallas Federal Reserve region that expect sales to increase over the next six months.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This forward-looking indicator provides insight into near-term economic conditions and business confidence in the Texas region, which can inform policy decisions and market analysis.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a monthly survey of manufacturing and service sector firms in the Dallas Fed's district.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The TROS index helps policymakers and analysts gauge economic trends and business sentiment in the Dallas region, which can inform policy decisions and market analysis.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The TROS index is released monthly, with a typical one-month lag between the survey period and the public release of the data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, TROS Future Sales; Diffusion Index for Texas (TROSFREVUAMFRBDAL), retrieved from FRED.