Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
QFR218376USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
197,573.00
Year-over-Year Change
14.71%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the accumulated depreciation, depletion, and amortization for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations, providing insight into capital investment and asset aging. It reflects the cumulative reduction in value of industrial assets over time, which is critical for understanding corporate capital expenditure and economic productivity.
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 decrease in value of corporate assets in the motor vehicle and parts manufacturing sector, accounting for wear, obsolescence, and systematic allocation of asset costs. Economists use this data to assess industry capital intensity, investment cycles, and long-term economic health of the automotive manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregating depreciation expenses and accumulated asset value reductions using standardized accounting principles.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial capital investment, technological renewal, and sectoral economic performance.
Key Facts
- Tracks cumulative asset value reduction in motor vehicle and parts manufacturing
- Provides insights into corporate capital expenditure and asset management
- Reflects long-term industrial investment and technological renewal strategies
FAQs
Q: What does accumulated depreciation indicate?
A: Accumulated depreciation represents the total reduction in value of corporate assets over time, reflecting wear, obsolescence, and systematic cost allocation.
Q: Why is this metric important for economists?
A: It helps assess industrial capital investment, technological renewal, and the economic health of the automotive manufacturing sector.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, using standardized accounting principles to calculate asset value reductions.
Q: What can investors learn from this trend?
A: Investors can gain insights into corporate asset management, capital expenditure strategies, and potential future investment cycles in the automotive industry.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent and timely view of asset depreciation in the motor vehicle and parts manufacturing sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization [QFR218376USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025