U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in the United Arab Emirates

PATENT4NAETOTAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

130.00

Year-over-Year Change

1200.00%

Date Range

1/1/1992 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the total number of patents originating in the United Arab Emirates that are granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. It is a key indicator of technological innovation and economic competitiveness.

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 U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in the United Arab Emirates series tracks the volume of successful patent applications from the UAE to the U.S. patent system. This data provides insights into the cross-border flow of intellectual property and technological transfer between the two countries.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Historical Context

This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, trade analysts, and business leaders to assess the UAE's innovation capacity and global technological integration.

Key Facts

  • The UAE is the only Gulf Cooperation Council member with a consistent increase in US patent grants over the past decade.
  • In 2021, the UAE accounted for over 60% of all patents originating from the Middle East and North Africa region granted by the USPTO.
  • High-tech sectors like telecommunications, computing, and renewable energy account for the majority of UAE-originated US patents.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total number of patents originating from the United Arab Emirates that are granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

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

A: This metric provides insights into the UAE's technological innovation capacity and global competitiveness, which is closely monitored by policymakers, businesses, and trade analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Governments and institutions use this data to assess cross-border technology transfer, inform trade and investment policies, and benchmark the UAE's innovation ecosystem against global competitors.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the reporting schedule and publication delays of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in the United Arab Emirates (PATENT4NAETOTAL), retrieved from FRED.