Nonfinancial Corporations Sector: Labor Compensation for Employees
PRS88003061 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.90
Year-over-Year Change
-65.49%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the labor compensation paid to employees of nonfinancial corporations in the United States. It is a key indicator of labor market conditions and workers' purchasing power.
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 Nonfinancial Corporations Sector: Labor Compensation for Employees trend represents the total wages, salaries, and supplements paid to workers in the nonfinancial corporate sector. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the overall health of the labor market and to evaluate the distribution of income between workers and businesses.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
This trend provides important context for monetary and fiscal policy decisions that aim to balance employment, inflation, and economic growth.
Key Facts
- Labor compensation accounts for over 60% of total national income.
- Nonfinancial corporations employ over 80% of the U.S. private-sector workforce.
- This metric has grown at an average annual rate of 4.5% since 1947.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total labor compensation, including wages, salaries, and supplements, paid to employees of nonfinancial corporations in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is a key indicator of labor market conditions and workers' purchasing power, providing important insights for policymakers and analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend provides important context for monetary and fiscal policy decisions that aim to balance employment, inflation, and economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag of approximately two months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Corporations Sector: Labor Compensation for Employees (PRS88003061), retrieved from FRED.