Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Peripheral Equipment: Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR216374USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
99,288.00
Year-over-Year Change
35.47%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) investments in the U.S. computer and peripheral equipment sector. It provides critical insights into technology infrastructure spending and capital investment trends in a key innovative industry.
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 quarterly capital expenditure and asset valuation for computer and peripheral equipment manufacturers in the United States. Economists use this data to assess technological investment cycles, industry growth potential, and broader technology sector economic health.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing sector.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand technology sector capital investment patterns and potential productivity improvements.
Key Facts
- Measures quarterly PP&E investments in computer and peripheral equipment sector
- Provides insights into technology infrastructure spending
- Reflects potential technological innovation and economic growth
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks property, plant, and equipment investments in the U.S. computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: It helps assess technology sector investment cycles, potential productivity improvements, and overall economic innovation capacity.
Q: How is the data collected?
A: Through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of corporations in the computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing industry.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can gauge technology sector health, potential growth, and capital investment trends by analyzing these quarterly reports.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of technology sector capital expenditures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Peripheral Equipment: Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR216374USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025