Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR216517USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,240,613.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.06%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) investments in the U.S. telecommunications sector on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insights into infrastructure spending and capital investment strategies within a key economic infrastructure 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 metric represents the total value of tangible long-term assets owned by telecommunications corporations, reflecting their capital expenditure and infrastructure development. Economists use this data to assess industry investment trends, technological modernization, and potential economic growth signals.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by telecommunications corporations to regulatory agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate telecommunications sector health, infrastructure investment, and potential technology deployment strategies.
Key Facts
- Measures quarterly PP&E investments in telecommunications
- Indicates infrastructure development and capital strategy
- Provides insights into technological modernization efforts
FAQs
Q: What does PP&E represent in this context?
A: PP&E stands for Property, Plant, and Equipment, representing long-term tangible assets used in telecommunications infrastructure.
Q: Why are telecommunications PP&E investments important?
A: These investments signal technological advancement, network expansion, and potential economic growth in the telecommunications sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported on a quarterly basis by telecommunications corporations.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Investors, policymakers, economic researchers, and industry analysts use this trend to assess telecommunications sector health.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company variations or emerging technological investments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR216517USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025