• The August 2025 Wholesale Trade report will be published on October 9, 2025, correcting earlier inaccurate scheduling information
  • July 2025 data showed robust sales growth of 1.4% month-over-month and 6.2% year-over-year
  • The inventories/sales ratio declined to 1.28, indicating improved inventory management amid strong demand

The U.S. Census Bureau will release its August 2025 Wholesale Trade Sales and Inventories report on October 9, 2025, according to the agency's official release schedule. This corrects earlier, inaccurate information that had suggested a November 21 release date.

The upcoming data will provide crucial insights into the health of the wholesale sector, which serves as a key indicator of broader economic activity. The release comes as businesses navigate ongoing supply chain adjustments and evolving demand patterns.

Recent figures from July 2025 show the wholesale sector maintaining momentum, with sales reaching $711.3 billion, representing a 1.4% increase from June and a solid 6.2% gain compared to July 2024. Meanwhile, inventories stood at $908.1 billion, up slightly by 0.1% from the previous month and 1.3% higher than year-ago levels.

The decline in the inventories/sales ratio to 1.28 from 1.34 in July 2024 suggests businesses are effectively managing stock levels relative to sales velocity. This metric is closely watched by economists as it can signal potential supply chain pressures or changing demand conditions.

A Census Bureau spokesperson confirmed the October 9 release date when reached for comment, though they declined to speculate on the upcoming data's specific figures. 'Our focus remains on providing accurate and timely economic indicators to support informed decision-making,' the spokesperson said.

The wholesale trade data arrives alongside other key economic indicators, including recent international trade figures that showed a narrowing goods and services deficit. Market participants will be scrutinizing the wholesale numbers for clues about third-quarter economic performance and potential implications for Federal Reserve policy.

Correction: An earlier version of this article included an incorrect release date for the August 2025 Wholesale Trade report. The correct release date is October 9, 2025.