Depreciation and Amortization Charges for Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms

EXPDACEF485ALLEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2,782.00

Year-over-Year Change

48.61%

Date Range

1/1/2009 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the depreciation and amortization charges for transit and ground passenger transportation companies across all U.S. establishments. It provides insight into the capital investment and infrastructure costs of this key transportation 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 Depreciation and Amortization Charges for Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation metric tracks the non-cash expenses incurred by firms in this industry as their capital assets wear out or become obsolete over time. This metric is used by analysts to understand the industry's capital intensity and investment needs.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of U.S. transit and ground passenger transportation establishments.

Historical Context

This metric is closely watched by policymakers and transportation economists to gauge industry investment and infrastructure trends.

Key Facts

  • This metric has been tracked since 1997.
  • Transit and ground passenger transportation is a $180 billion industry in the U.S.
  • Depreciation and amortization account for over 20% of total industry expenses.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the non-cash expenses for depreciation and amortization incurred by U.S. transit and ground passenger transportation firms.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insight into the capital investment needs and infrastructure costs of this important transportation sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. transit and ground passenger transportation establishments.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and transportation economists closely monitor this metric to gauge industry investment and infrastructure trends.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of several months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Depreciation and Amortization Charges for Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms (EXPDACEF485ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.