Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Information: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment

QFR102519USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3,106.00

Year-over-Year Change

-29.18%

Date Range

10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for U.S. corporations in information industries. Critical for understanding capital investment and asset management.

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

Measures the total expenses related to property, plant, and equipment depreciation across information sector corporations. Provides insights into capital expenditure and asset lifecycle.

Methodology

Collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations in information-related industries.

Historical Context

Used by financial analysts to assess capital investment strategies and asset management approaches.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly depreciation reporting
  • Covers information industry assets
  • Indicates capital investment patterns

FAQs

Q: What does depreciation mean in this context?

A: Represents the decrease in value of corporate assets over time due to use and aging.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: Updated quarterly, providing recent insights into corporate asset management.

Q: Why track depreciation expenses?

A: Helps understand how companies manage and invest in long-term assets and capital equipment.

Q: How does this impact financial analysis?

A: Provides crucial information about a company's capital investment and asset utilization strategies.

Q: What are the data's potential limitations?

A: Represents aggregate industry data and may not reflect individual company specifics precisely.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Information: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment (QFR102519USNO), retrieved from FRED.