Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment

QFR219311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

149,370.00

Year-over-Year Change

7.02%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks net property, plant, and equipment for U.S. food corporations. Provides critical insight into capital investment and infrastructure in the food 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

This metric represents the total value of fixed assets minus depreciation for food industry corporations. It reflects long-term capital investment strategies.

Methodology

Collected quarterly through comprehensive financial reporting by U.S. corporations in the food sector.

Historical Context

Used by investors and policymakers to assess capital expenditure trends in food manufacturing.

Key Facts

  • Indicates food sector capital infrastructure
  • Reflects long-term corporate investment strategies
  • Quarterly updated financial metric

FAQs

Q: What does net property, plant, and equipment represent?

A: It shows the total value of fixed assets after accounting for depreciation in the food manufacturing sector.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly through comprehensive corporate financial reports.

Q: Why is this metric important for investors?

A: It provides insights into corporate investment and infrastructure development in the food industry.

Q: How can policymakers use this data?

A: To understand capital investment trends and economic health in food manufacturing.

Q: What limitations exist in this metric?

A: Represents only net asset value and does not capture all aspects of corporate financial performance.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment (QFR219311USNO), retrieved from FRED.