Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses
QFR103331USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,142.00
Year-over-Year Change
-14.39%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the quarterly operating costs and expenses for foundries in the United States, providing insight into the financial performance of this critical manufacturing sector. The data helps economists and investors understand cost structures, operational efficiency, and potential economic pressures facing foundry businesses.
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 Quarterly Financial Report for U.S. Corporations: Foundries captures comprehensive financial data on operating expenses across the foundry industry. Economists use this metric to assess industrial cost trends, productivity, and potential inflationary pressures in manufacturing.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporate foundry operations, aggregating detailed expense reporting from participating businesses.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and economic researchers to evaluate manufacturing sector health, cost dynamics, and potential economic indicators.
Key Facts
- Represents comprehensive operating expenses for U.S. foundry corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of manufacturing cost structures
- Valuable indicator of industrial sector financial performance
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It tracks all other operating costs and expenses for U.S. foundry corporations on a quarterly basis, excluding direct production costs.
Q: Why are foundry operating costs important?
A: These costs reflect manufacturing efficiency, potential inflationary pressures, and overall industrial sector economic health.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current view of foundry operational expenses.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Economists, financial analysts, policymakers, and investors use this data to assess manufacturing sector performance and economic trends.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company variations or specific regional differences in foundry operations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses [QFR103331USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025