All Employees: Mining and Logging in Puerto Rico
SMU72000001000000001 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.70
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/2003 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'All Employees: Mining and Logging in Puerto Rico' trend measures the total number of employees in the mining and logging industries in Puerto Rico. This is an important economic indicator for understanding activity and labor trends in Puerto Rico's natural resource extraction and related sectors.
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 the total number of employees in the mining and logging industries in Puerto Rico, which includes establishments engaged in the extraction of naturally occurring mineral solids, such as coal and ores; liquid minerals, such as crude petroleum; and gases, such as natural gas. It is a key metric for analyzing the state of these industries and their contribution to Puerto Rico's economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of Puerto Rico's business establishments.
Historical Context
This trend is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to gauge Puerto Rico's economic performance and development.
Key Facts
- Mining and logging account for a small but important share of Puerto Rico's economy.
- Employment in these sectors has fluctuated over the past decade.
- Trends in mining and logging can indicate broader economic conditions in Puerto Rico.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of employees in the mining and logging industries in Puerto Rico, which includes establishments engaged in the extraction of natural resources.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is an important indicator of economic activity and labor market conditions in Puerto Rico's natural resource extraction and related sectors, which can provide insights into the broader state of the Puerto Rican economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of Puerto Rico's business establishments.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and industry analysts to gauge Puerto Rico's economic performance and development, and to inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the typical update schedule and potential limitations associated with survey-based economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Mining and Logging in Puerto Rico (SMU72000001000000001), retrieved from FRED.