Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR102445USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,215.00
Year-over-Year Change
18.94%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for U.S. food and beverage store corporations, reflecting their capital investment and asset management strategies. It provides insights into how these businesses account for the wear and tear of their physical assets over time.
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 the cost of tangible and intangible assets across their useful economic life for food and beverage retail corporations. Economists use this data to understand capital expenditure patterns, investment cycles, and the financial health of the retail sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and processed by the U.S. Federal Reserve's economic research division.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to assess the capital investment strategies and economic performance of the food and beverage retail industry.
Key Facts
- Measures systematic allocation of asset costs in food and beverage retail
- Reflects long-term capital investment strategies
- Provides insights into corporate financial management
FAQs
Q: What does depreciation mean in this context?
A: Depreciation represents the gradual reduction in the value of physical assets like store equipment, shelving, and refrigeration systems over their useful economic life.
Q: Why is this metric important for investors?
A: It helps investors understand how companies manage their capital assets and make strategic investment decisions in the retail sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of corporate asset management in the food and beverage retail industry.
Q: Can this metric predict economic trends?
A: While not a direct predictor, it can signal broader trends in retail sector investment, capital expenditure, and potential economic shifts.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The metric focuses on specific corporate reporting and may not capture the entire complexity of asset management across all food and beverage retailers.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR102445USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025