Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR219386USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
62,705.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.90%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) value for U.S. aerospace corporations on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insights into capital investment and infrastructure development in a strategically important industrial 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 total fixed assets of aerospace companies after accounting for depreciation, reflecting their long-term capital infrastructure and investment capacity. Economists use this indicator to assess industrial capital formation, technological reinvestment, and sector-specific economic health.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by aerospace corporations, compiled and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve economic research division.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to evaluate industrial capital expenditure, technological innovation potential, and sectoral economic resilience.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly net fixed asset values in U.S. aerospace manufacturing
- Indicates long-term capital investment trends in a high-technology sector
- Provides insights into industrial infrastructure development and technological capacity
FAQs
Q: What does net PP&E represent in this context?
A: Net PP&E represents the total value of fixed assets in the aerospace sector after accounting for depreciation, showing the current capital infrastructure of companies.
Q: Why is aerospace PP&E important for economic analysis?
A: Aerospace PP&E reflects technological investment, industrial capacity, and potential for future economic growth in a strategically significant manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: This trend is updated quarterly, providing regular insights into the capital investment dynamics of U.S. aerospace corporations.
Q: What can changes in this metric indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in corporate investment strategies, technological innovation, or broader economic conditions affecting the aerospace industry.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: While valuable, this metric represents only one aspect of aerospace sector performance and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR219386USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025