Hours Worked for Information: Publishing Industries (Except Internet) (NAICS 511) in the United States
IPUJN511L200000000 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,637.61
Year-over-Year Change
15.95%
Date Range
1/1/1987 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic indicator measures the total hours worked in the U.S. publishing industries, excluding internet publishing. It provides insights into the productivity and labor demand of this critical media 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 Hours Worked for Information: Publishing Industries (Except Internet) (NAICS 511) in the United States metric tracks the total number of hours worked by employees in the publishing industry, including newspapers, magazines, books, and other traditional publishing activities. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the labor market and output trends in this important part of the information economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the publishing industry by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This metric helps inform decisions around media policy, economic regulation, and labor market trends.
Key Facts
- The publishing industry accounts for over 800,000 jobs in the U.S.
- Hours worked in publishing have declined by 25% since 2000.
- Publishing is a key driver of the broader information and media sector.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total number of hours worked by employees in the U.S. publishing industry, including newspapers, magazines, books, and other traditional publishing activities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the productivity and labor demand of the critical publishing sector, which is a key part of the broader information and media economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of businesses in the publishing industry by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This indicator helps inform decisions around media policy, economic regulation, and labor market trends in the publishing and information industries.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a typical 1-2 month delay by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Hours Worked for Information: Publishing Industries (Except Internet) (NAICS 511) in the United States (IPUJN511L200000000), retrieved from FRED.