U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Taiwan

PATENT4NTWTOTAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

13,105.00

Year-over-Year Change

68.47%

Date Range

1/1/1992 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Taiwan' trend measures the number of patents granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to inventors or companies based in Taiwan. This metric provides insight into the innovation and technological output of Taiwan's economy.

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 economic indicator tracks the volume of successful patent applications filed by Taiwanese entities with the USPTO. Patents are a key measure of research, development, and technological progress, making this trend useful for analyzing Taiwan's competitiveness and role in the global innovation landscape.

Methodology

The data is collected by the USPTO through the patent application and examination process.

Historical Context

Policymakers and market analysts use this trend to assess Taiwan's knowledge economy and its integration with international technology supply chains.

Key Facts

  • Taiwan ranked 8th globally for total U.S. patents granted in 2021.
  • The number of Taiwanese patents granted in the U.S. has grown over 5x since the early 2000s.
  • Electronics and semiconductor technologies account for the majority of Taiwanese patents.

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 to inventors or entities based in Taiwan.

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

A: This metric provides insight into Taiwan's innovation capacity and technological competitiveness on the global stage.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from the patent application and examination process by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and market analysts use this trend to assess Taiwan's knowledge economy and its integration with international technology supply chains.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be lags of several months in the reporting of the most recent patent data due to the nature of the application and examination process.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Taiwan (PATENT4NTWTOTAL), retrieved from FRED.