Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Utilities

CEU4422000034 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

105.60

Year-over-Year Change

1.83%

Date Range

1/1/1972 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Tracks weekly work hours for utility sector employees, providing critical insight into labor productivity and economic activity in essential infrastructure services.

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 index measures aggregate work hours for production and nonsupervisory employees in utilities, reflecting workforce engagement and sector economic health.

Methodology

Calculated through comprehensive employer surveys tracking total employee hours worked weekly.

Historical Context

Used by policymakers to assess utility sector labor market dynamics and economic performance.

Key Facts

  • Reflects critical infrastructure workforce engagement
  • Indicates utility sector economic performance
  • Tracks non-supervisory employee work patterns

FAQs

Q: What does this index measure?

A: Tracks total weekly work hours for production and nonsupervisory employees in utilities sector.

Q: Why are utility sector work hours important?

A: Provides insights into economic activity and labor productivity in essential infrastructure services.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Typically updated monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Q: What can changes in this index indicate?

A: Potential shifts in utility sector economic health, workforce demand, and infrastructure investment.

Q: Are supervisory employees included?

A: No, this index specifically tracks non-supervisory production employees.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Indexes of Aggregate Weekly Hours of Production and Nonsupervisory Employees, Utilities (CEU4422000034), retrieved from FRED.