Revenue from Governments for Publishing Industries (Except Internet), Establishments Subject to Federal Income Tax
GOV511TAXABL157QNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.50
Year-over-Year Change
-109.62%
Date Range
10/1/2006 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures revenue collected by the U.S. government from publishing industries, excluding internet-based publishers, that are subject to federal income tax. It provides insight into the financial health and tax contributions of this important 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
The Revenue from Governments for Publishing Industries (Except Internet), Establishments Subject to Federal Income Tax series tracks quarterly revenue from federal, state, and local government sources for traditional publishing companies that pay income taxes. This data offers analysts a window into the commercial performance and tax burden of the U.S. publishing industry.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of publishing establishments by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Policymakers and industry analysts use this metric to assess the publishing sector's economic conditions and tax contributions.
Key Facts
- Publishing accounts for over $100 billion in annual U.S. economic output.
- The publishing industry employs nearly 1 million Americans.
- Federal, state, and local governments collect billions in tax revenue from publishing firms.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks quarterly revenue received by federal, state, and local governments from publishing companies, excluding internet-based publishers, that are subject to income tax.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the financial health and tax contributions of the U.S. publishing industry, which is an important sector of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of publishing establishments by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and industry analysts use this metric to assess the publishing sector's economic conditions and tax payments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag of several months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Revenue from Governments for Publishing Industries (Except Internet), Establishments Subject to Federal Income Tax (GOV511TAXABL157QNSA), retrieved from FRED.