Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR102376USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,525.00
Year-over-Year Change
-4.31%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations. It provides critical insights into capital investment, asset aging, and industry-specific financial health.
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 trend represents the systematic allocation of costs for tangible and intangible assets in the automotive manufacturing and parts sector. Economists use this metric to assess capital expenditure strategies, technological reinvestment, and long-term industry productivity.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. corporations in the motor vehicles and parts industry, compiled and standardized by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and investors understand capital investment trends, technological modernization, and potential economic shifts in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Tracks systematic cost allocation for automotive industry assets
- Provides insights into capital investment and technological reinvestment
- Reflects long-term financial strategies in motor vehicle manufacturing
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations, tracking how companies allocate costs for their assets.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It reveals capital investment strategies, technological modernization efforts, and potential future performance of automotive manufacturing companies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of the automotive industry's financial landscape.
Q: Can this trend predict industry health?
A: Yes, it can indicate industry investment patterns, technological upgrades, and potential economic shifts in automotive manufacturing.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: It focuses specifically on U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations and may not fully represent global automotive industry trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR102376USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025