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Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted
LRIN74TTFRQ156S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
35.44
Year-over-Year Change
-4.22%
Date Range
1/1/2003 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This series measures real investment in intellectual property products in the United States on a quarterly, seasonally adjusted basis. It is a key indicator of business investment and innovation.
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 Real Intellectual Property Investment series tracks the value of investment in research and development, software, and other intellectual property assets by U.S. businesses. It is an important measure of the economy's long-term productive capacity and technological advancement.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to gauge the health of the innovation economy and inform decisions around supporting business investment.
Key Facts
- Investment in intellectual property accounts for about 20% of total U.S. business investment.
- Real intellectual property investment has grown at an average annual rate of 4% over the past decade.
- Software accounts for the largest share of intellectual property investment at around 50%.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures the real (inflation-adjusted) value of investment by U.S. businesses in intellectual property assets such as research and development, software, and other intangible products.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Investment in intellectual property is a key driver of innovation, productivity growth, and long-term economic competitiveness. Tracking this metric provides insight into the innovation capacity of the U.S. economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this metric to assess the health of the innovation economy and inform decisions around supporting business investment and R&D.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag of approximately two months, so there may be a short delay in accessing the most recent figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Intellectual Property Investment (LRIN74TTFRQ156S), retrieved from FRED.