U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Seychelles
PATENT4NSCTOTAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.00
Year-over-Year Change
50.00%
Date Range
1/1/2006 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Seychelles' series tracks the total number of patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors and companies based in the Seychelles. This provides insight into innovation and technological developments in the Seychelles.
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
This economic series measures the total number of U.S. patents originating from the Seychelles, which is an indicator of the country's innovative capacity and technological progress. Patent data is a key metric used by economists and policymakers to assess R&D investment, competitiveness, and knowledge flows between countries.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's patent grant records.
Historical Context
Patent trends are closely monitored by governments, multinational corporations, and international organizations to understand national innovation systems and guide economic and technology policy.
Key Facts
- The Seychelles is a small island nation in the Indian Ocean.
- Patents are a key indicator of a country's technological capabilities.
- The U.S. is a major destination for patent filings globally.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the total number of U.S. patents granted to inventors and companies based in the Seychelles, providing insight into the country's innovation and technological development.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Patent data is a crucial metric used by economists, policymakers, and businesses to assess R&D investment, competitiveness, and knowledge flows between countries.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the records of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, which grants patents to inventions and innovations.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Patent trends are closely monitored by governments, multinational corporations, and international organizations to understand national innovation systems and guide economic and technology policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the publication schedule of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, which may result in occasional delays in updates.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Total Patents Originating in Seychelles (PATENT4NSCTOTAL), retrieved from FRED.