U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Howell County, MO

PATENTCOUNTY29091 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1.00

Year-over-Year Change

-50.00%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2015

Summary

The 'U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Howell County, MO' tracks the number of utility patents granted to inventors residing in Howell County, Missouri. This metric provides insights into regional innovation and technological development.

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 measures the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originate from inventors located in Howell County, Missouri. Utility patents protect new and useful inventions, and this data can be used to analyze patterns of innovation within a specific geographic area.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from U.S. patent records by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Historical Context

Policymakers and economic development organizations use this metric to assess the innovative capacity and technological competitiveness of Howell County and the surrounding region.

Key Facts

  • Howell County is located in southern Missouri.
  • Patents are a key indicator of technological advancement.
  • This metric tracks a specific geographic area within the U.S.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of utility patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that originate from inventors located in Howell County, Missouri.

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

A: This metric provides insights into the innovative capacity and technological development within a specific geographic region, which is valuable for policymakers, economic development organizations, and analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from U.S. patent records by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economic development organizations use this metric to assess the innovative potential and technological competitiveness of Howell County and the surrounding region, which can inform economic development strategies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may be subject to update delays due to the time required to process and publish patent information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Utility Patents Originating in Howell County, MO (PATENTCOUNTY29091), retrieved from FRED.