Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Income (Loss) from Operations
QFR104376USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,274.00
Year-over-Year Change
-76.54%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the quarterly operational income or loss for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations, providing critical insights into the automotive industry's financial performance. The metric serves as a key barometer for understanding sectoral economic health and potential broader manufacturing trends.
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 trend represents the net operating income generated by U.S. corporations specifically in the motor vehicles and parts manufacturing sector, reflecting profitability before interest and taxes. Economists and investors use this data to assess industry competitiveness, operational efficiency, and potential macroeconomic implications.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of corporate financial statements, compiled and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This indicator is crucial for policymakers, investors, and economic analysts in evaluating industrial sector performance, supply chain dynamics, and potential economic interventions.
Key Facts
- Provides quarterly operational income data for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations
- Reflects financial performance before interest and tax considerations
- Serves as a leading indicator of automotive sector economic health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the operational income or loss for U.S. motor vehicle and parts manufacturing corporations on a quarterly basis, indicating the sector's financial performance.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: Investors use this data to assess the automotive industry's financial health, operational efficiency, and potential investment opportunities in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and timely snapshot of the motor vehicles and parts manufacturing sector's financial performance.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the broader economy?
A: This indicator can signal broader economic trends, including manufacturing sector health, consumer demand, and potential supply chain disruptions.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: While valuable, the indicator focuses solely on operational income and does not capture all aspects of corporate financial performance or external economic factors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Income (Loss) from Operations [QFR104376USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025