Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
QFR218NDUUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,322,767.00
Year-over-Year Change
11.16%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the accumulated depreciation, depletion, and amortization for U.S. nondurable manufacturing corporations, providing insight into capital asset value and investment strategies. It reflects the gradual reduction in value of physical and intangible assets over time in this critical manufacturing 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 cumulative decrease in value of manufacturing assets due to wear, age, and economic consumption. Economists use this data to assess capital investment, technological renewal, and the overall financial health of nondurable manufacturing enterprises.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve using standardized accounting principles.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for analyzing industrial capital expenditure, investment cycles, and long-term economic productivity in the manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Tracks cumulative asset value reduction in nondurable manufacturing
- Provides insights into corporate investment and asset management
- Reflects long-term capital expenditure trends in manufacturing
FAQs
Q: What does accumulated depreciation indicate?
A: Accumulated depreciation shows the total reduction in value of a company's assets over time. It helps assess the age and remaining useful life of manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.
Q: Why is this metric important for economists?
A: It provides critical insights into corporate investment strategies, capital renewal cycles, and the overall financial health of the manufacturing sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent and timely view of manufacturing asset valuation trends.
Q: What industries are included in nondurable manufacturing?
A: Nondurable manufacturing includes sectors like food, beverages, textiles, paper products, and chemical manufacturing, which produce goods with a short lifecycle.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The metric only captures accounting-based depreciation and may not fully reflect market value or technological obsolescence of assets.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization [QFR218NDUUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025