Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Electrical Equipment, Appliances, and Components: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses

QFR103335USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

40,052.00

Year-over-Year Change

-9.04%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This trend tracks quarterly operating costs and expenses for U.S. corporations in the electrical equipment, appliances, and components sector. It provides critical insights into the financial health and operational efficiency of a key manufacturing segment.

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 metric represents the total non-production expenses incurred by electrical equipment corporations, including administrative, selling, and general overhead costs. Economists use this data to assess sector-specific cost structures, operational trends, and potential productivity changes.

Methodology

Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the electrical equipment manufacturing sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.

Historical Context

This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand manufacturing cost dynamics, potential inflationary pressures, and sectoral economic performance.

Key Facts

  • Tracks quarterly non-production expenses for electrical equipment corporations
  • Provides insights into operational efficiency and cost management
  • Part of broader federal economic reporting and analysis

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: It measures all other operating costs and expenses for U.S. corporations in the electrical equipment, appliances, and components manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.

Q: Why are these operating costs important?

A: These costs reveal the financial health, operational efficiency, and potential profitability challenges in the electrical equipment manufacturing industry.

Q: How is this data series identified?

A: The unique series identifier is QFR103335USNO, which allows precise tracking and analysis of this specific economic metric.

Q: How do policymakers use this data?

A: Policymakers analyze these trends to understand manufacturing sector dynamics, potential economic interventions, and industrial policy development.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of operating costs in the electrical equipment manufacturing sector.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Electrical Equipment, Appliances, and Components: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses [QFR103335USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025