Consumer Durables Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBLN40057 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,516,728.00
Year-over-Year Change
14.27%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures consumer durables ownership for middle-wealth households. Provides critical insights into consumer spending and economic health.
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
Tracks durable goods holdings for households between the 50th and 90th wealth percentiles. Indicates consumer economic confidence and purchasing power.
Methodology
Data collected through Federal Reserve household wealth and asset surveys.
Historical Context
Used by economists to assess consumer spending and economic resilience.
Key Facts
- Represents durable goods ownership for middle-wealth households
- Indicates consumer economic confidence
- Reflects middle-class purchasing power
FAQs
Q: What are consumer durables?
A: Long-lasting consumer goods like appliances, furniture, and electronics. Reflect household purchasing power and economic health.
Q: Why track consumer durables for these wealth percentiles?
A: Provides insight into middle-class spending habits and economic resilience. Indicates consumer confidence.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated through periodic Federal Reserve household surveys, approximately every three years.
Q: What can this data tell us about the economy?
A: Reveals consumer spending trends, economic confidence, and potential future economic performance.
Q: How do economic conditions affect consumer durables ownership?
A: Economic stability and consumer confidence directly impact purchasing of long-lasting consumer goods.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer Durables Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN40057), retrieved from FRED.