Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: All Other Noncurrent Assets
QFRD222512USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
50,401.00
Year-over-Year Change
32.67%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks noncurrent assets for U.S. motion picture and sound recording corporations, providing insights into long-term capital investments in the media and entertainment sector. The trend helps analysts understand strategic financial positioning and infrastructure development within this specific 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 metric represents accumulated long-term assets beyond current operational resources, including property, equipment, and strategic investments in media production infrastructure. Economists interpret these figures as a signal of industry confidence, technological investment, and potential future growth trajectories.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly corporate financial reporting and aggregated by federal economic research institutions using standardized accounting frameworks.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized in macroeconomic analysis to assess sectoral investment patterns, technological innovation potential, and broader entertainment industry economic health.
Key Facts
- Represents long-term capital assets in media and sound recording sectors
- Provides insight into strategic infrastructure investments
- Reflects technological and production capability expansion
FAQs
Q: What does 'noncurrent assets' mean in this context?
A: Noncurrent assets are long-term investments that are not easily convertible to cash, such as equipment, property, and strategic infrastructure in media production.
Q: Why are noncurrent assets important for the entertainment industry?
A: They indicate a company's capacity for technological innovation, production capabilities, and long-term strategic positioning in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of industry investment trends.
Q: Can this trend predict industry growth?
A: While not a definitive predictor, increasing noncurrent assets can signal industry confidence and potential future expansion.
Q: What limitations exist in this economic indicator?
A: The data represents aggregate trends and may not capture nuanced individual corporate strategies or emerging technological investments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: All Other Noncurrent Assets [QFRD222512USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025