Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Management and Technical Consulting Services: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR102546USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
931.00
Year-over-Year Change
14.51%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks depreciation, depletion, and amortization expenses for U.S. corporations in management and technical consulting services. It provides critical insights into capital investment, asset aging, and business infrastructure spending.
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 over their useful economic life. Economists use this metric to understand corporate investment strategies, capital expenditure patterns, and potential productivity improvements.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and aggregated by statistical agencies using standardized accounting principles.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and investors assess business investment cycles, technological modernization, and sectoral economic health.
Key Facts
- Measures systematic cost allocation for business assets
- Reflects corporate investment and infrastructure spending
- Provides insights into technological modernization trends
FAQs
Q: What does depreciation represent in this context?
A: Depreciation represents the gradual reduction in value of tangible assets like equipment and infrastructure over their useful economic life.
Q: Why is this metric important for investors?
A: It helps investors understand a company's capital investment strategies and potential future productivity improvements.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, reflecting the most recent financial reporting periods.
Q: What sectors are most relevant to this trend?
A: Management and technical consulting services are the primary focus, but the methodology can be applied across various industries.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The metric relies on corporate reporting accuracy and may not capture immediate technological changes or market disruptions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Management and Technical Consulting Services: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR102546USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025