U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Imperial County, CA
PATENTCOUNTY06025 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.00
Year-over-Year Change
-25.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Imperial County, CA' metric tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors located in Imperial County, California.
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 indicator provides insight into the innovative activity and technological development occurring in Imperial County, an important data point for analyzing regional economic trends and competitiveness. Utility patents specifically cover new and useful inventions, making this a key measure of local entrepreneurship and technological progress.
Methodology
The data is collected and tabulated by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Historical Context
This metric is widely referenced by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess the innovation landscape and business climate in Imperial County and across California.
Key Facts
- Imperial County is a major agricultural hub in California.
- Patents indicate new product development and technological progress.
- Utility patents cover inventions with practical applications.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from inventors located in Imperial County, California.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into the innovative activity and technological development occurring in Imperial County, an important data point for analyzing regional economic trends and competitiveness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and tabulated by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is widely referenced by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess the innovation landscape and business climate in Imperial County and across California.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays in the reporting of patent data due to the administrative processing by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Imperial County, CA (PATENTCOUNTY06025), retrieved from FRED.