Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR219371USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
67,795.00
Year-over-Year Change
44.17%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) value for U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys sector. It provides critical insights into industrial infrastructure investment and capital asset maintenance in a key manufacturing segment.
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 value of long-term physical assets minus accumulated depreciation for corporations in the iron and steel industry. Economists use this indicator to assess capital investment, industrial capacity, and potential productivity trends in manufacturing.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and aggregated by statistical agencies using standardized accounting principles.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial sector health, investment cycles, and potential economic growth indicators.
Key Facts
- Tracks net value of physical assets in iron and steel corporations
- Reflects long-term capital investment and infrastructure maintenance
- Provides insights into industrial sector economic health
FAQs
Q: What does net PP&E represent?
A: Net PP&E represents the total value of physical assets like machinery and buildings, minus accumulated depreciation, for corporations in the iron and steel sector.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: Investors use this trend to assess a sector's capital investment, potential productivity, and long-term economic sustainability.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of industrial asset valuation and investment trends.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in industrial capacity, economic confidence, technological upgrades, or potential economic expansion or contraction.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The trend focuses specifically on iron, steel, and ferroalloys corporations and may not fully represent broader manufacturing or economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR219371USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025