Private Farm Construction for United States
Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
A0282AUSA398NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
856.00
Year-over-Year Change
1196.97%
Date Range
1/1/1915 - 1/1/1946
Summary
This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted value of U.S. total nonfinancial corporate business: net fixed assets. It provides insight into the capital investments and productive capacity of the broader U.S. economy.
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 annual, not seasonally adjusted net fixed assets metric represents the total value of physical capital, such as equipment, structures, and intellectual property, owned by U.S. nonfinancial corporations. This indicator is widely used by economists and policymakers to assess business investment, economic growth potential, and the health of the corporate sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.
Historical Context
This metric is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to gauge business investment and the overall state of the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- U.S. nonfinancial corporate net fixed assets totaled $27.4 trillion in 2021.
- The metric grew by 5.9% year-over-year in 2021.
- Nonfinancial corporate net fixed assets account for over 75% of total U.S. fixed assets.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of physical capital, such as equipment, structures, and intellectual property, owned by U.S. nonfinancial corporations on an annual, not seasonally adjusted basis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important insights into business investment, economic growth potential, and the overall health of the U.S. corporate sector, making it a closely watched indicator by economists and policymakers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Federal Reserve and other institutions closely monitor this metric to gauge business investment and the overall state of the U.S. economy, which informs their policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis with a lag of approximately three months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (A0282AUSA398NNBR), retrieved from FRED.