Women Employees, Goods-Producing
CES0600000010 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,933.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.88%
Date Range
1/1/1964 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Tracks employment levels for women in goods-producing sectors. Provides critical insights into gender representation in manufacturing and industrial employment.
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
Measures female workforce participation in goods-producing industries. Represents an important economic indicator of gender employment trends.
Methodology
Data collected through comprehensive establishment surveys tracking women's employment.
Historical Context
Important for understanding gender dynamics in industrial and manufacturing labor markets.
Key Facts
- Tracks female employment in manufacturing sectors
- Reflects gender participation in industrial workforce
- Provides insights into economic gender representation
FAQs
Q: What industries are included in goods-producing sectors?
A: Includes manufacturing, mining, construction, and other industrial production sectors.
Q: Why is women's employment in goods-producing sectors important?
A: Indicates economic opportunities and gender representation in traditionally male-dominated industries.
Q: How has women's participation changed over time?
A: Gradually increasing, reflecting broader economic and social transformations.
Q: What factors influence women's employment in these sectors?
A: Education, technological changes, workplace policies, and economic opportunities.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current employment trend snapshots.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Women Employees, Goods-Producing (CES0600000010), retrieved from FRED.