Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Other Short-Term Financial Investments
QFRD210547USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
62,302.00
Year-over-Year Change
7.25%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks quarterly financial investments in scientific research and development services by U.S. corporations. It provides critical insights into corporate innovation spending and technology sector investment strategies.
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 short-term financial allocations by corporations in scientific R&D sectors, reflecting technological investment trends and potential economic innovation capacity. Economists use this data to assess corporate research priorities and potential future technological developments.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly corporate financial surveys and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve statistical reporting system.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand technology sector investment patterns and potential innovation ecosystem dynamics.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly financial investments in scientific research services
- Provides insights into corporate technology spending trends
- Represents a critical economic indicator for innovation potential
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures short-term financial investments in scientific research and development services by U.S. corporations across various sectors.
Q: Why are these investments important?
A: These investments indicate corporate commitment to innovation, technological advancement, and potential future economic growth.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis by the U.S. Federal Reserve statistical reporting system.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers analyze this trend to understand technology sector dynamics, potential innovation capacity, and economic competitiveness.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents reported corporate investments and may not capture all informal or unreported research spending across all organizations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Other Short-Term Financial Investments [QFRD210547USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025