Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Transportation Equipment: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR219TRAUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
263,367.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.64%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the net property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) value for U.S. transportation equipment corporations, providing insights into capital investment and infrastructure development. The metric helps economists and investors understand the sector's long-term asset strategy and potential economic growth trajectory.
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 trend represents the total value of fixed assets minus accumulated depreciation for transportation equipment manufacturers and related companies. Economists use this metric to assess industrial capital expenditure, technological investment, and potential productivity improvements in the transportation manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This indicator is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate industrial investment trends, predict economic cycles, and assess manufacturing sector health.
Key Facts
- Measures net fixed assets in transportation equipment manufacturing
- Reflects long-term capital investment strategies
- Provides insights into industrial sector economic health
FAQs
Q: What does net PP&E represent?
A: Net PP&E represents the total value of a company's property, plant, and equipment after subtracting accumulated depreciation, indicating the current value of long-term assets.
Q: Why is transportation equipment PP&E important?
A: It reveals investment in manufacturing infrastructure, technological capabilities, and potential future production capacity in the transportation sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing regular insights into the sector's capital investment trends.
Q: What can changes in this metric indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal economic expansion, technological innovation, or potential shifts in manufacturing strategy.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The metric focuses on specific corporate reporting and may not capture the entire transportation equipment manufacturing landscape.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Transportation Equipment: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR219TRAUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025