Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Electronic Products: Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR216COMUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
461,645.00
Year-over-Year Change
24.27%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) investments of U.S. corporations in the computer and electronic products sector. It provides critical insights into capital expenditure and technological infrastructure investment 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 metric represents the total value of long-term physical assets owned by computer and electronic product manufacturers, reflecting their capacity for production and technological development. Economists use this data to assess industrial investment trends, technological readiness, and potential economic growth in the technology sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using standardized accounting methodologies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand technological infrastructure investment, predict industrial capacity, and assess sectoral economic health.
Key Facts
- Measures total physical assets in computer and electronic product manufacturing
- Reflects long-term capital investment strategies in technology sectors
- Provides insights into technological infrastructure development
FAQs
Q: What does PP&E represent in this context?
A: PP&E represents Property, Plant, and Equipment - the long-term physical assets used in manufacturing and production processes.
Q: Why are computer and electronic product investments important?
A: These investments indicate technological innovation, economic competitiveness, and potential future growth in critical high-tech sectors.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing current snapshots of investment trends in the technology manufacturing sector.
Q: How do investors use this trend?
A: Investors analyze this trend to assess the financial health, growth potential, and technological readiness of computer and electronic product manufacturers.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company performance or emerging technological investments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Computer and Electronic Products: Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR216COMUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025