U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Gibraltar
PATENT4NGITOTAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.00
Year-over-Year Change
100.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Gibraltar' trend measures the total number of patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors or applicants based in Gibraltar.
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 data series tracks the total volume of U.S. patents granted to entities located in Gibraltar. It provides insight into the intellectual property development and technological innovation activities of this overseas territory.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through its patent application and examination process.
Historical Context
Monitoring patent trends by country of origin is useful for analyzing global innovation dynamics and informing economic and technology policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located on the southern coast of Spain.
- The number of U.S. patents originating from Gibraltar has remained low relative to larger economies.
- Patents are a key indicator of technological development and economic competitiveness.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors or applicants based in Gibraltar.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking patent trends by country provides insights into global innovation dynamics and can inform economic and technology policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through its patent application and examination process.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts can use this data to assess the technological and innovative capacity of Gibraltar and benchmark it against other countries.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data may be subject to delays in reporting and publication by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Gibraltar (PATENT4NGITOTAL), retrieved from FRED.