Capital Share for Manufacturing: Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 3256) in the United States

IPUEN3256C030000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.40

Year-over-Year Change

-15.19%

Date Range

1/1/1987 - 1/1/2022

Summary

The Capital Share for Manufacturing: Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 3256) in the United States measures the portion of total manufacturing output attributable to capital inputs in this industry. It is an important indicator for analyzing productivity and profitability trends.

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 economic indicator represents the capital's contribution to the total output of the soap, cleaning compound, and toilet preparation manufacturing industry in the United States. It is used by economists and policymakers to understand the dynamics of capital-labor substitution and the industry's capital intensity.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using production and input cost data.

Historical Context

This metric informs policy decisions and investment strategies related to the soap and cleaning products manufacturing sector.

Key Facts

  • The capital share has remained relatively stable since 2000.
  • Capital inputs account for over 30% of total output in this industry.
  • The capital share is an important measure of industry profitability.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the portion of total manufacturing output that is attributable to capital inputs in the soap, cleaning compound, and toilet preparation industry (NAICS 3256) in the United States.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric is relevant for understanding the capital intensity and productivity dynamics of the soap and cleaning products manufacturing sector, which informs investment decisions and policy analysis.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The U.S. Federal Reserve calculates this capital share metric using production and input cost data for the NAICS 3256 industry.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This capital share trend informs policy decisions and investment strategies related to the soap and cleaning products manufacturing sector in the United States.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be occasional delays in data reporting, and the metric may not capture all nuances of the industry's capital-labor dynamics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital Share for Manufacturing: Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 3256) in the United States (IPUEN3256C030000000), retrieved from FRED.