Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Primary Metals: Income (Loss) from Operations
QFR104PRIUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,445.00
Year-over-Year Change
-74.34%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the quarterly income or loss from operations for U.S. primary metals corporations, providing a critical indicator of industrial sector financial performance. It offers insights into the health and profitability of a key manufacturing segment that serves multiple downstream industries.
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 operational earnings of primary metals companies before accounting for non-operating expenses and taxes, reflecting core business performance. Economists and investors use this data to assess manufacturing sector resilience, industrial capacity utilization, and potential economic momentum.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the primary metals manufacturing sector, compiled and standardized by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial sector health, potential infrastructure investment needs, and broader manufacturing economic indicators.
Key Facts
- Represents operational income for U.S. primary metals corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of manufacturing sector financial performance
- Includes income and loss data to capture comprehensive financial dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the quarterly income or loss from operations for U.S. primary metals corporations, tracking their core business financial performance.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It provides insights into the financial health of the manufacturing sector, helping investors assess potential investment opportunities and economic trends.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of primary metals corporations' operational financial performance.
Q: What industries might be impacted by this trend?
A: Construction, automotive, aerospace, and other manufacturing sectors that rely on primary metals are directly influenced by this economic indicator.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents a specific sector and does not capture the entire manufacturing landscape, so it should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Primary Metals: Income (Loss) from Operations [QFR104PRIUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025