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Data & Maps
Surveys & Programs
Resource Library
Inventories
The Census Bureau collects detailed Inventory data across multiple sectors.
To begin, use the menu on the left to access content. Some things to keep in mind are:
- The Data section houses all relevant data on the subject.
- The Library section houses all data visualizations and publications content that includes information on this subject.
- For a full list of Surveys and Programs that include Business and Workforce Dynamics, use the Survey and Programs page. Monthly and quarterly indicator information can be accessed via the indicator dashboard.
- Looking for an Industry Code? Visit the NAICS website.
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Table*New* Annual Retail Trade Survey: 2022 (restated)View and download the restated 2022 Annual Retail Trade Survey tables.
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TableService Annual Survey Latest Data (NAICS-basis): 2022Latest Annual Services Report - includes estimates with accompanying measures of sampling variability
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TableAnnual Retail Trade Survey Detailed Operating Expenses: 2022Detailed operating expenses are published in years ending in “2” and “7.” View and download the 2022 detailed operating expenses tables.
News
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Press ReleaseSales for U.S. Retail Trade Sector over $ 5,269.5 BillionU.S. retail trade sales increased for the entire retail trade sector (NAICS 44-45) by 4.3% from $5,053.2 billion in 2017 to $5,269.5 billion in 2018.
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Press ReleaseSales for U.S. Retail Trade Sector Over $5,411.0 BillionU.S. retail trade sales increased for the entire retail trade sector (NAICS 44-45) by 3.0%, from $5,253.0 billion in 2018 to $5,411.0 billion in 2019.
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Press Release2016 Annual Retail Trade SurveyNational estimates of annual sales, e-commerce sales, end-of-year inventories, purchases, operating expenses, and more.
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Visualization2016 Annual Survey of Manufactures Data WheelApril 02, 2018This interactive, data visualization explores select data from the 2016 ASM.
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VisualizationRevenue Increases in Majority of Services SectorsJanuary 18, 2018View percent changes in revenue from 2015 to 2016 for majority of services sectors.
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InfographicManufacturing in the United States 2017October 06, 2017This infographic contains statistics on manufacturing.
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FigureRevenue Increases in Majority of Services SectorsNovember 22, 2016View percent changes in revenue from 2014 to 2015 for services sectors.
All Subtopics Within 'Business and Economy'
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Business CountsBusinesses are the pulse of our economy and serve as important barometers of the economic health of the economy.
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Business and Owner CharacteristicsBusinesses and their owners are as diverse as the people of this nation. Understanding these details are essential to interpreting our national economy
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Business and Workforce DynamicsBusinesses and their workforces are continually expanding and contracting. Tracking these dynamics provides us with a better understanding of the U.S. economy.
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Data Privacy on Businesses & the EconomyLearn about disclosure avoidance methodologies the Census Bureau uses on economic data.
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Economic CensusThe Economic Census is the official five-year measure of American businesses providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels. Follow the 2022 Economic Census release schedule for additional information.
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Economic IndicatorsThe Census Bureau produces monthly and quarterly snapshots of key sectors within the U.S. economy.
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Expenses and ExpendituresCapital and Operating expenses provides detailed information on such items as structures, equipment, software, health insurance, R & D, and payroll.
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InventoriesProduct inventories, including raw materials, partially finished products, and more.
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Manufacturing WeekThe U.S. Census Bureau joins the celebration by providing a week's worth of rich content, including statistics that inform businesses and policymakers.
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Measuring Technology and the Economy (Tech Stats)Tech Stats centralizes Census Bureau data collections and research products that focus on technology and measuring technology's impact on the economy.
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Sales, Receipts, Shipments, or ProductionInformation on sales and production over a given time period. View data from the monthly Economic Indicator in the Indicator briefing room.
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Search or Browse for NAICS codesThe North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments.
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Search or Browse for NAPCS codesNAPCS is a comprehensive, market- or demand-based, hierarchical classification system for products (goods and services) that is not industry-of-origin based.
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Small BusinessUse detailed statistics about U.S. businesses that are essential to help small businesses succeed and grow.
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Supply ChainThe U.S. Census Bureau is developing a comprehensive supply chain data infrastructure to provide insight into numerous aspects of the supply chain.
Page Last Revised - November 25, 2024
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