Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR216WHSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
487,040.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.68%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the quarterly property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) investments for all U.S. wholesale trade corporations. It provides critical insights into business capital expenditure and infrastructure investment strategies across the wholesale sector.
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 net book value of physical assets owned by wholesale trade companies, reflecting their long-term investment capacity and economic infrastructure development. Economists use this data to assess business confidence, capital allocation trends, and potential economic growth indicators.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. wholesale corporations, aggregating their reported PP&E values and investments.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand business investment cycles, sectoral economic health, and potential productivity improvements.
Key Facts
- Measures net book value of physical assets in wholesale trade sector
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate infrastructure investment
- Reflects business confidence and long-term economic planning
FAQs
Q: What does PP&E represent in this context?
A: PP&E stands for Property, Plant, and Equipment, representing the physical assets owned by wholesale trade corporations for business operations.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current view of wholesale trade sector infrastructure investments.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into business investment strategies, potential economic growth, and sector-specific capital allocation trends.
Q: How can policymakers use this data?
A: Policymakers can assess economic health, potential productivity improvements, and develop targeted economic development strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this trend?
A: The data represents a specific sector and may not fully capture broader economic trends or individual company performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR216WHSUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025