All Employees: Manufacturing: Durable Goods: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing in Pennsylvania
SMU42000003133500001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
25.56
Year-over-Year Change
0.79%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of manufacturing employees in the durable goods sector, specifically in the electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing industry in Pennsylvania. It provides insights into the health and activity of this critical industrial 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
This series tracks total employment in the electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing industry, which is a key component of the durable goods manufacturing sector in Pennsylvania. It is an important indicator of economic conditions and production capacity in this vital industrial area.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to assess the state of manufacturing activity and guide economic decision-making.
Key Facts
- Pennsylvania is a major hub for electrical equipment and appliance manufacturing.
- Durable goods manufacturing accounts for a significant portion of the state's economy.
- Employment trends in this industry are closely tied to broader economic conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing industry, which is part of the durable goods manufacturing sector in Pennsylvania.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides important insights into the health and activity of a critical industrial segment within Pennsylvania's manufacturing economy, which is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to assess the state of manufacturing activity and guide economic decision-making in Pennsylvania and the broader U.S. economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to periodic updates and revisions by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and may have some inherent limitations in capturing the full scope of employment in this industry.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Manufacturing: Durable Goods: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing in Pennsylvania (SMU42000003133500001SA), retrieved from FRED.