Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes
QFR111337USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
620.00
Year-over-Year Change
-40.90%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the pre-tax income of U.S. furniture and related product corporations on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insights into the financial health and performance of a specific manufacturing sector within the broader American industrial landscape.
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 aggregate income or loss for furniture manufacturing corporations before accounting for income taxes, serving as a key performance metric for this industrial segment. Economists and investors use this data to assess sector-specific economic trends, business cycle dynamics, and potential investment opportunities.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the furniture and related products manufacturing sector, compiled and reported by federal economic statistical agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized in macroeconomic analysis to understand manufacturing sector resilience, consumer spending patterns, and potential leading indicators of broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Measures pre-tax financial performance of U.S. furniture manufacturing corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of sector-specific economic health
- Useful for investors, policymakers, and economic researchers
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It measures the income or loss before taxes for U.S. corporations in the furniture and related products manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this trend important for economic analysis?
A: It offers insights into the financial performance of a specific manufacturing sector, which can indicate broader economic trends and consumer spending patterns.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a regular and current view of the sector's financial performance.
Q: Who typically uses this economic indicator?
A: Economists, investors, policymakers, and researchers use this data to understand manufacturing sector dynamics and economic trends.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: It focuses solely on pre-tax income and is specific to the furniture manufacturing sector, so it should not be used as a comprehensive economic assessment.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes [QFR111337USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025