Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders: Ferrous Metal Foundries
Not Seasonally Adjusted
U31CUO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,330.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.79%
Date Range
1/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the unemployment rate in the United States, providing a raw, unadjusted view of 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
This data series represents the U.S. unemployment rate before any seasonal adjustments are applied. It offers a direct, unfiltered representation of the labor market that can be useful for analyzing underlying trends and comparing to seasonally adjusted figures.
Methodology
The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this series to supplement the more commonly cited seasonally adjusted unemployment rate.
Key Facts
- The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate does not account for recurring seasonal patterns.
- This series can reveal underlying labor market dynamics that may be obscured in seasonally adjusted data.
- The not seasonally adjusted rate is sometimes higher than the seasonally adjusted rate due to seasonal fluctuations.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the raw, unadjusted unemployment rate in the United States, without any seasonal corrections applied.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This series provides a direct view of labor market conditions that can be useful for analyzing underlying trends and comparing to seasonally adjusted data.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this series to supplement the more commonly cited seasonally adjusted unemployment rate.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate data is subject to the same release schedule and potential revisions as the seasonally adjusted series.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (U31CUO), retrieved from FRED.