Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes

QFR111MFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

227,609.00

Year-over-Year Change

-20.77%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks quarterly income before taxes for U.S. manufacturing corporations. Provides critical insight into the financial health and profitability of the manufacturing sector.

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

This economic indicator measures aggregate pre-tax income for manufacturing companies across the United States. It helps economists assess industrial economic performance.

Methodology

Data collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. manufacturing corporations.

Historical Context

Used by policymakers and investors to evaluate manufacturing sector economic trends.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly measurement of manufacturing sector income
  • Includes pre-tax financial performance
  • Critical indicator of industrial economic health

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks total pre-tax income for U.S. manufacturing corporations on a quarterly basis.

Q: Why is manufacturing income important?

A: It reflects industrial economic performance and potential future economic trends.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly by federal economic reporting agencies.

Q: Can this indicator predict economic cycles?

A: It provides valuable insights into potential economic shifts in the manufacturing sector.

Q: What limitations exist in this data?

A: Represents aggregate data and may not reflect individual company performance precisely.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes (QFR111MFGUSNO), retrieved from FRED.