Dallas Fed Business Activity Index for October: Signal of Economic Expansion

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas released the October Dallas Fed Business Activity Index for the United States on August 25, 2025. The published value is 0; no forecast or prior value was provided.This index is defined such that a reading above 0 indicates expansion in the sector, while a value below 0 signifies contraction. Key components include capacity utilization, new orders, raw materials payment prices, shipments, finished goods prices, and the employment index. Notably, exports from the region's manufacturing sector are primarily concentrated in energy production and electronics, representing a significant share of U.S. manufacturing exports. As manufacturing is a leading industry in the U.S. economy, this index can provide insight into broader economic trends.The index carries an importance rating of 3. Data is compiled from manufacturers in the Texas region and published monthly; the next release is scheduled for November 24, 2025.

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