Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses
QFR103311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
151,331.00
Year-over-Year Change
-9.41%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks quarterly operating expenses for U.S. food corporations beyond direct production costs. It provides critical insights into the financial health and operational efficiency of the food industry 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 trend represents aggregate non-production expenses such as administrative, marketing, and distribution costs for food companies nationwide. Economists use this metric to assess industry-wide financial performance and potential cost pressures.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. food corporations by government economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and investors understand cost structures, potential inflationary pressures, and overall economic performance in the food manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly non-production expenses for U.S. food corporations
- Includes administrative, marketing, and distribution costs
- Provides insights into food industry financial efficiency
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures quarterly operating expenses for U.S. food corporations beyond direct production costs, including administrative, marketing, and distribution expenses.
Q: Why are these operating costs important?
A: These costs reveal the financial health and operational efficiency of food companies, helping economists and investors understand industry-wide economic trends.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of food sector operational expenses.
Q: How can businesses use this information?
A: Companies can benchmark their own operating costs against industry averages and identify potential areas for cost optimization.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: The data represents aggregate trends and may not capture individual company variations or specific subsector nuances.
Related Trends
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Electronic Products: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304334USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Communications Equipment: All Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
QFRD110384USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Long-Term Debt, Due in More Than 1 Year: Other Long-Term Loans
QFRD319MFGUSNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
QFR218311USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Other Direct Credits (Charges) to Retained Earnings (Net)
QFRD122421USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Apparel and Leather Products: All Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
QFRD110ANLUSNO
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses [QFR103311USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025