Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Total Assets
QFR223547USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
246,738.00
Year-over-Year Change
11.86%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total assets of U.S. corporations in scientific research and development services, providing insight into the financial health and investment capacity of the innovation sector. It serves as a critical indicator of technological investment and potential economic growth in high-value research industries.
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 cumulative financial resources available to scientific R&D service corporations, reflecting their capacity for technological innovation and potential economic contribution. Economists use this data to assess the financial strength, investment trends, and potential productivity of the research and development ecosystem.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the scientific research and development services sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic strategists to evaluate technology sector investment, innovation potential, and long-term economic competitiveness.
Key Facts
- Tracks total financial assets in scientific research corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of R&D sector financial capacity
- Indicates potential for technological innovation and economic growth
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures the total assets of U.S. corporations specifically in scientific research and development services, indicating their financial resources and investment potential.
Q: Why are total assets important in R&D sectors?
A: Total assets reflect a corporation's financial strength, capacity for innovation, and potential to fund new research and technological developments.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of the financial landscape in scientific research services.
Q: How do policymakers use this trend?
A: Policymakers use this trend to assess technology sector health, inform innovation policy, and evaluate potential economic growth strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: While informative, the metric only captures financial assets and does not directly measure research output, technological breakthroughs, or innovation quality.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Total Assets [QFR223547USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025