Nonfinancial Corporations Sector: Nonlabor Payments for Employees
PRS88003081 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.80
Year-over-Year Change
-73.03%
Date Range
1/1/1948 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the nonlabor payments for employees made by the U.S. nonfinancial corporations sector. It provides insights into a key component of business costs and can inform economic analysis and policy decisions.
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: Nonlabor Payments for Employees trend represents the portion of employee compensation that is not directly tied to labor, such as benefits, payroll taxes, and other nonwage costs. This metric is useful for understanding the overall cost structure and profitability of the nonfinancial corporate sector.
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 is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to gauge the health and competitiveness of the U.S. corporate sector.
Key Facts
- Nonlabor payments account for over 25% of total employee compensation in the U.S. nonfinancial corporate sector.
- This trend has increased steadily over the past two decades, reflecting rising benefit costs and other nonwage labor expenses.
- Trends in nonlabor payments can signal changes in corporate profitability and the competitive landscape.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the nonlabor payments for employees made by the U.S. nonfinancial corporations sector, including benefits, payroll taxes, and other nonwage labor costs.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the overall cost structure and profitability of the U.S. corporate sector, which is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and market 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: Trends in nonlabor payments can inform analysis of corporate profitability, competitiveness, and the broader health of the U.S. economy, which is relevant for policymakers and economic decision-makers.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Corporations Sector: Nonlabor Payments for Employees (PRS88003081), retrieved from FRED.