Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Plastics and Rubber Products: Income (Loss) from Operations
QFR104326USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,231.00
Year-over-Year Change
-47.08%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the operational income or loss of U.S. corporations in the plastics and rubber products manufacturing sector. It provides critical insights into the financial performance and economic health of a specific industrial 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 quarterly financial report represents a detailed snapshot of corporate financial performance in the plastics and rubber manufacturing industry. Economists and investors use this data to assess sector-specific profitability, operational efficiency, and potential economic trends.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive financial reporting by corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve using standardized accounting methodologies.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand industrial sector performance, investment potential, and broader manufacturing economic indicators.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly operational income for U.S. plastics and rubber product corporations
- Provides insights into sector-specific financial performance
- Helps economists and investors assess manufacturing economic health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the income or loss from operations for U.S. corporations in the plastics and rubber products manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: It offers critical insights into the financial performance and economic health of a specific industrial manufacturing segment.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of the sector's financial performance.
Q: Who uses this economic data?
A: Economists, investors, policymakers, and industry analysts use this data to understand manufacturing sector trends and economic conditions.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: The data represents a specific sector and may not fully reflect broader economic trends, so it should be analyzed in conjunction with other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Plastics and Rubber Products: Income (Loss) from Operations [QFR104326USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025