Manufacturers' New Orders: Search and Navigation Equipment, Defense
A34JNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,127.00
Year-over-Year Change
-5.10%
Date Range
2/1/1992 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures new orders for search and navigation equipment used in defense applications. It is an important indicator of defense industry activity and can inform economic and military policy decisions.
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 Manufacturers' New Orders: Search and Navigation Equipment, Defense indicator tracks the value of new orders received by U.S. manufacturers for a specific category of defense-related equipment. This metric provides insight into the current and future production levels of this specialized industrial sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing firms by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by government, military, and industry analysts to assess the health of the defense technology supply chain.
Key Facts
- Measured in millions of U.S. dollars.
- Data available monthly since 1992.
- Considered a leading indicator of defense industry activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the value of new orders received by U.S. manufacturers for search and navigation equipment used in defense applications.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the current and future production levels of a specialized defense technology sector, making it an important indicator for economic and military policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of manufacturing firms by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is closely monitored by government, military, and industry analysts to assess the health of the defense technology supply chain and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical lag of several weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Manufacturers' New Orders: Search and Navigation Equipment, Defense (A34JNO), retrieved from FRED.