Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR219376USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
175,027.00
Year-over-Year Change
13.88%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) value for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations, providing insights into capital investment and infrastructure in a critical manufacturing sector. The metric reflects long-term asset valuation and strategic investment decisions within the automotive industry.
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 quarterly financial report represents the net book value of physical assets owned by motor vehicle and parts manufacturers after accounting for depreciation and accumulated wear. Economists use this indicator to assess industrial capital formation, investment trends, and potential economic productivity in the automotive manufacturing segment.
Methodology
Data is collected through corporate financial reporting, aggregating quarterly balance sheet information from publicly traded and representative motor vehicle and parts manufacturing corporations.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial capital expenditure, technological investment, and potential economic growth in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Represents net book value of physical assets in motor vehicle manufacturing
- Quarterly data provides insights into industrial capital investment trends
- Reflects depreciation and long-term asset valuation in automotive sector
FAQs
Q: What does net PP&E represent in this context?
A: Net property, plant, and equipment represents the total value of physical assets owned by motor vehicle corporations after accounting for accumulated depreciation.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: This trend helps economists understand capital investment patterns, industrial productivity, and potential economic growth in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of capital asset valuation in the motor vehicle and parts manufacturing industry.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in corporate investment strategies, technological upgrades, or broader economic conditions affecting the automotive manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The trend represents a specific sector and may not capture the entire automotive industry, and it relies on reported corporate financial statements.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR219376USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025