Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Paper: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR102322USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,621.00
Year-over-Year Change
8.21%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for property, plant, and equipment across U.S. corporations. It provides critical insight into how businesses account for the declining value of their long-term physical assets and capital investments.
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
The metric represents the systematic allocation of an asset's cost over its useful economic life, reflecting the wear and tear of corporate infrastructure and capital equipment. Economists use this data to understand business investment cycles, capital expenditure strategies, and overall corporate financial health.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. corporations, aggregated and analyzed by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for assessing corporate investment patterns, tax implications, and macroeconomic productivity indicators.
Key Facts
- Measures systematic reduction in value of corporate physical assets
- Provides insight into long-term capital investment strategies
- Important indicator of corporate financial health and investment cycles
FAQs
Q: What does depreciation represent in this context?
A: Depreciation represents the systematic allocation of an asset's cost over its useful economic life, accounting for wear and tear of corporate physical assets.
Q: Why is this metric important for economists?
A: It helps economists understand corporate investment patterns, capital expenditure strategies, and overall economic productivity trends.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of corporate asset valuation and investment trends.
Q: How do businesses use depreciation calculations?
A: Businesses use depreciation for financial reporting, tax purposes, and to accurately represent the declining value of their long-term assets.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: The metric relies on corporate reporting and can vary based on accounting methods, potentially introducing some variability in the data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Paper: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR102322USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025