All Employees: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Food Manufacturing in Puerto Rico
SMU72000003231100001SA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
12.01
Year-over-Year Change
-1.63%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of non-durable goods manufacturing employees in the food manufacturing industry in Puerto Rico. It provides insights into the health and productivity of a key sector of the Puerto Rican economy.
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 All Employees: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Food Manufacturing in Puerto Rico indicator tracks monthly employment levels in the food manufacturing industry, which is a major component of Puerto Rico's manufacturing base. This data is used by economists and policymakers to assess the strength of the island's industrial sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of business establishments by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
This employment trend is closely watched by analysts and officials as an indicator of Puerto Rico's economic conditions and recovery efforts.
Key Facts
- Puerto Rico's food manufacturing sector employs over 20,000 workers.
- Employment in this industry declined during the 2008 recession but has since partially recovered.
- Food manufacturing is one of the largest components of Puerto Rico's non-durable goods production.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the monthly number of employees in the food manufacturing industry, which is part of the non-durable goods manufacturing sector in Puerto Rico.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The food manufacturing employment data provides insights into the strength and productivity of a key industry in Puerto Rico's economy, which is important for economists and policymakers assessing the island's economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through monthly surveys of business establishments conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This employment indicator is closely monitored by analysts and officials as a gauge of Puerto Rico's industrial sector and overall economic recovery efforts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a typical one-month lag, so the most recent figures may not fully reflect the current economic situation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Employees: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Food Manufacturing in Puerto Rico (SMU72000003231100001SA), retrieved from FRED.