Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Peripheral Equipment: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes
QFR111374USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
29,641.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.53%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the pre-tax income of U.S. corporations in the computer and peripheral equipment sector, providing critical insights into the financial performance of a key technology industry. It serves as an important indicator of technological innovation, investment trends, and overall economic health in the digital infrastructure 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 the aggregate income or loss for computer and peripheral equipment corporations before accounting for income taxes. Economists and investors use this metric to assess the sector's profitability, technological competitiveness, and potential future investment opportunities.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive financial reporting by corporations in the computer and peripheral equipment industry, aggregated and analyzed by government statistical agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic researchers to understand technology sector dynamics, potential economic shifts, and strategic investment landscapes.
Key Facts
- Represents pre-tax income for U.S. computer and peripheral equipment corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of technological sector financial performance
- Useful for tracking technology industry economic contributions
FAQs
Q: What does this financial report measure?
A: It measures the income or loss before taxes for U.S. corporations in the computer and peripheral equipment sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: It offers insights into the financial health, innovation potential, and economic contribution of the technology manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current view of the sector's financial performance.
Q: Who uses this financial trend?
A: Investors, economic researchers, policymakers, and technology industry analysts use this trend to understand sector dynamics.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual corporate performance or emerging technological subsectors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Peripheral Equipment: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes [QFR111374USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025