All Employees: Financial Activities in Iowa
Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted
IAFIRE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
104.80
Year-over-Year Change
-1.32%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Industrial Production: Industrial Furnaces and Kilns' trend measures the monthly production of industrial furnaces and kilns in the United States. This metric provides insight into the manufacturing sector's activity and energy demand.
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 Industrial Production: Industrial Furnaces and Kilns index tracks the monthly output of industrial furnaces and kilns, which are used for high-temperature industrial processes like metal smelting, glass production, and cement manufacturing. This data series is a key indicator of activity in the U.S. manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of industrial producers.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of the manufacturing industry and its energy consumption patterns.
Key Facts
- The index has a base year of 2017 = 100.
- Industrial furnaces and kilns account for a significant portion of the manufacturing sector's energy use.
- This metric helps track demand for energy-intensive industrial processes.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Industrial Production: Industrial Furnaces and Kilns' trend measures the monthly output of industrial furnaces and kilns used in high-temperature manufacturing processes.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the activity and energy demand of the U.S. manufacturing sector, which is crucial for economists and policymakers to monitor.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of industrial producers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of the manufacturing industry and its energy consumption patterns, which informs economic and energy policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released monthly by the Federal Reserve, with typical update delays of a few weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Industrial Production: Industrial Furnaces and Kilns (IAFIRE), retrieved from FRED.