Expensed Purchases of Software for Pipeline Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms
EXPEPSEF486ALLEST • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
151.00
Year-over-Year Change
174.55%
Date Range
1/1/2009 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures the expensed purchases of software for pipeline transportation by all U.S. establishments and employer firms. It provides insight into software investment and technology adoption within the pipeline transportation industry.
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 Expensed Purchases of Software for Pipeline Transportation metric tracks the value of software-related expenses incurred by pipeline transportation firms. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess capital investment, technological innovation, and productivity trends in the energy infrastructure sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Monitoring this trend can inform economic and infrastructure policies related to the energy industry.
Key Facts
- Measured in millions of U.S. dollars.
- Data available from 1998 to present.
- Represents a component of total capital expenditures.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of software-related expenses incurred by pipeline transportation firms in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking this metric provides insight into technology adoption, capital investment, and productivity trends within the energy infrastructure sector.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. businesses conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Monitoring this trend can inform policies related to energy infrastructure, technology investment, and economic competitiveness.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis with a lag of several months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Expensed Purchases of Software for Pipeline Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms (EXPEPSEF486ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.