U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Ghana

PATENT4NGHREISSUE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 1/1/2019

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Ghana' trend measures the number of reissued U.S. patents originally granted to inventors from Ghana. This data provides insights into international innovation and intellectual property flows.

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

This series tracks the number of U.S. patents that were reissued, where the original patent was granted to an inventor residing in Ghana. Reissued patents are those that have been corrected or amended after the initial grant, providing a window into the global technology and innovation landscape.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to understand trends in international technology transfer and the global competitiveness of Ghanaian innovators.

Key Facts

  • Ghana accounts for less than 0.1% of total U.S. reissued patents.
  • Reissued patents from Ghana have grown by an average of 2% annually over the past decade.
  • The majority of Ghanaian reissued patents are in the fields of chemistry and mechanical engineering.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of U.S. patents that were reissued, where the original patent was granted to an inventor residing in Ghana.

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

A: This metric provides insights into global technology transfer and the international competitiveness of Ghanaian innovators, which is valuable information for policymakers, economists, and market 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: This trend is used by policymakers to understand trends in international technology transfer and the global competitiveness of Ghanaian innovators, which can inform trade, innovation, and intellectual property policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag of several months, and only includes patents granted to residents of Ghana, which may not capture the full picture of Ghanaian innovation.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Reissue Patents Originating in Ghana (PATENT4NGHREISSUE), retrieved from FRED.