Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: Net Sales, Receipts, and Operating Revenues
QFR101331USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,115.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.76%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks quarterly net sales, receipts, and operating revenues for U.S. foundries, providing critical insights into the manufacturing sector's performance. It serves as a key indicator of industrial production, investment activity, and economic health in metal manufacturing and related industries.
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 metric represents comprehensive financial data for foundry corporations, capturing their total revenue generation and operational performance. Economists use this trend to assess manufacturing capacity, industrial investment trends, and potential economic momentum in metal-based manufacturing sectors.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly financial reporting by corporations, aggregated and analyzed by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate manufacturing sector dynamics, industrial capacity utilization, and potential economic growth indicators.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly financial performance of U.S. foundry corporations
- Provides insights into metal manufacturing sector health
- Serves as a leading indicator of industrial economic activity
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures quarterly net sales, receipts, and operating revenues specifically for U.S. foundry corporations across various metal manufacturing segments.
Q: Why are foundry revenues important?
A: Foundry revenues reflect industrial production capacity, manufacturing investment trends, and potential broader economic momentum in manufacturing sectors.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of foundry corporate financial performance throughout the year.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Economists, policymakers, investors, and industry analysts use this trend to assess manufacturing sector health and potential economic indicators.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend focuses specifically on foundry corporations and may not fully represent the entire manufacturing landscape or smaller industrial segments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: Net Sales, Receipts, and Operating Revenues [QFR101331USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025