Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
QFR218337USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17,618.00
Year-over-Year Change
22.17%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the accumulated depreciation, depletion, and amortization for U.S. corporations in the furniture and related products sector. It provides critical insights into capital investment, asset aging, and industry-wide capital expenditure trends.
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 cumulative reduction in value of fixed assets over time for furniture manufacturing and related industries. Economists use this data to assess capital investment strategies, equipment replacement cycles, and overall industry capital health.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the furniture and related products sector, aggregated and analyzed by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand industrial capital investment patterns and sector-specific economic performance.
Key Facts
- Tracks cumulative asset value reduction in furniture manufacturing
- Provides insights into industry capital investment strategies
- Helps assess equipment replacement and maintenance cycles
FAQs
Q: What does accumulated depreciation indicate?
A: Accumulated depreciation represents the total decrease in value of a company's assets over time. It helps understand how much of an asset's original value has been used up.
Q: Why is this metric important for the furniture industry?
A: It reveals the age and investment health of manufacturing equipment, helping companies and investors understand capital renewal needs and potential productivity challenges.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of industry capital asset trends.
Q: Can this metric predict industry performance?
A: While not a direct performance indicator, it can signal potential future investment needs and the overall financial health of the furniture manufacturing sector.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The metric only captures reported corporate data and may not represent smaller manufacturers or emerging industry segments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization [QFR218337USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025