Capital Intensity for Manufacturing: Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills (NAICS 31311) in the United States
IPUEN31311C061000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-2.40
Year-over-Year Change
-81.40%
Date Range
1/1/1988 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures the capital intensity in the U.S. manufacturing of fiber, yarn, and thread mills. It provides insights into the capital investment and production efficiency in this industry.
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 capital intensity metric reflects the ratio of fixed assets to the number of production workers in the fiber, yarn, and thread mills industry. It offers a view into the level of automation and mechanization within this manufacturing segment.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys by the U.S. Census Bureau and calculated as a ratio of fixed assets to production workers.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the capital investment and productivity in this manufacturing industry.
Key Facts
- The U.S. fiber, yarn, and thread mills industry employs over 25,000 workers.
- Capital intensity in this industry has increased by 15% over the past decade.
- Automated production has enabled higher output per worker in this manufacturing segment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the capital intensity in the U.S. manufacturing of fiber, yarn, and thread mills. It reflects the ratio of fixed assets to production workers in this industry.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the level of automation and mechanization within the fiber, yarn, and thread mills manufacturing segment, which is important for understanding productivity and investment trends.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys by the U.S. Census Bureau and calculated as a ratio of fixed assets to production workers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the capital investment and productivity in the fiber, yarn, and thread mills manufacturing industry, which is relevant for economic and industrial policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lag times of several months between the data collection and the public release of this economic indicator.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital Intensity for Manufacturing: Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills (NAICS 31311) in the United States (IPUEN31311C061000000), retrieved from FRED.