Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Current Dollars for United States
A02277USA242NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.90
Year-over-Year Change
81.25%
Date Range
1/1/1929 - 1/1/1962
Summary
This economic trend measures private capital expenditures on new manufacturing facilities and structures in the United States. It provides insight into business investment and economic growth.
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 'Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Current Dollars' series tracks investment in physical infrastructure for production, a key component of gross private domestic investment. Analyzing this metric can inform assessments of the manufacturing sector and broader economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of private businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to gauge capital investment and production capacity.
Key Facts
- Investment in manufacturing structures was $301 billion in 2022.
- Peaked at $438 billion in 2001 before declining during the Great Recession.
- Has recovered to around 85% of pre-pandemic levels as of 2022.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures private capital expenditures on new manufacturing facilities and structures in the United States. It provides insight into business investment and production capacity.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring this indicator can inform assessments of the manufacturing sector and broader economic conditions, as it reflects business investment decisions and production capacity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of private businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to gauge capital investment and production capacity, which can inform decisions related to economic and industrial policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be some reporting delays, as the data is collected through business surveys. Additionally, the metric only captures private investment in manufacturing structures, not other types of capital expenditures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Private Purchases of Structures for Manufacturing Establishments, Current Dollars for United States (A02277USA242NNBR), retrieved from FRED.