U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dougherty County, GA

PATENTCOUNTY13095 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.00

Year-over-Year Change

-40.00%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dougherty County, GA' series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from Dougherty County, Georgia. This metric provides insight into the innovative activity and technological development in the region.

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

Utility patents are a key measure of inventive output and technological progress. The data for this series is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and represents the number of utility patents originating from Dougherty County, Georgia, a key economic region. Economists and policymakers analyze this metric to assess regional innovation trends and competitiveness.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office based on the geographic origin of utility patent applications.

Historical Context

This metric is used by economists, policymakers, and regional development officials to evaluate innovation, technological change, and economic competitiveness in Dougherty County, Georgia.

Key Facts

  • Dougherty County is located in southwestern Georgia.
  • Utility patents represent inventions and new technological developments.
  • Patent data provides insight into regional innovation capacity.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This series tracks the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originated from Dougherty County, Georgia. It provides a measure of inventive output and technological innovation in the region.

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

A: This metric is important for economists, policymakers, and regional development officials to assess innovation, technological change, and economic competitiveness in Dougherty County, Georgia.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office based on the geographic origin of utility patent applications.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is used to evaluate regional innovation capacity and guide economic development strategies and investments in Dougherty County and the surrounding area.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be some delays in reporting as the data is collected and processed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Dougherty County, GA (PATENTCOUNTY13095), retrieved from FRED.