All Employees: Manufacturing in Hawaii
Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted
HIMFG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
13.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.36%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Industrial Production: Manufacturing (HIMFG) index measures the real output of the U.S. manufacturing sector. It is a key indicator of the nation's economic health and manufacturing activity.
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
The Industrial Production: Manufacturing index tracks the monthly change in real output produced by U.S. manufacturing firms. It provides insight into the overall performance and productivity of the manufacturing industry, a critical component of the broader economy.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects and calculates this index based on survey data from manufacturing establishments.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this index to assess the state of the manufacturing sector and make informed economic decisions.
Key Facts
- The index is seasonally adjusted to account for regular fluctuations.
- Manufacturing accounts for approximately 11% of U.S. GDP.
- The index is published monthly by the Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does the Industrial Production: Manufacturing index measure?
A: The index tracks the monthly change in real output produced by U.S. manufacturing firms, providing insight into the overall performance and productivity of the manufacturing industry.
Q: Why is the Industrial Production: Manufacturing index relevant for users or analysts?
A: The index is a key indicator of the nation's economic health and manufacturing activity, making it closely monitored by policymakers and analysts to assess the state of the manufacturing sector.
Q: How is the Industrial Production: Manufacturing data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects and calculates this index based on survey data from manufacturing establishments.
Q: How is the Industrial Production: Manufacturing index used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this index to make informed decisions about the state of the manufacturing sector and the broader economy.
Q: Are there any update delays or limitations with the Industrial Production: Manufacturing index?
A: The index is published monthly by the Federal Reserve, with no significant update delays or limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Industrial Production: Manufacturing (HIMFG), retrieved from FRED.