Economic Data

Economic Data products are obtained through partnerships and/or paid vendor relationships and serve as indicator-based inputs for company strategies.

Quarterly Agriculture & Construction Equipment Global Trade Reports

A vital resource for industry professionals seeking insights into the international trade dynamics of agricultural and construction equipment. These reports leverage detailed trade data from the U.S. Census Bureau to analyze imports, exports, and trade balances across a wide range of product groups, each classified at the 6-digit level of the Harmonized System (HS) code. 

Designed for ease of use, the reports provide members with direct access to essential trade statistics, covering both whole goods and parts. In addition to raw data, they feature insightful analysis and visually engaging graphs that highlight key trends and patterns in global trade. 

By leveraging these reports, members gain a strategic advantage—equipped with the knowledge needed to make informed business decisions and stay ahead in the competitive landscape of agricultural and construction equipment trade. Members only.

The Economic Impact of the Equipment Manufacturing Industry Report

The Economic Impact of the Equipment Manufacturing Industry Report highlights the industry’s total and direct contribution to the U.S. economy at the national, state, and congressional levels. It also captures the industry’s total employment, contribution to the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), total sales output, labor income, state and federal tax revenue generated and more. On behalf of AEM we are pleased to share this report, with findings from S&P Global, that shows the significant contributions by our industry to the U.S. economy each year.

Producer Price Index (PPI)

AEM Industries PPI. A family of indexes that measures the average change over time in selling prices received by domestic producers of goods and services. PPIs measure price change from the perspective of the seller. This contrasts with other measures, such as the Consumer Price Index (CPI), that measure price change from the purchaser's perspective. Sellers' and purchasers' prices may differ due to government subsidies, sales and excise taxes, and distribution costs. Provided by ARTBA.  Members only.