National Accounts: GDP by Expenditure: Current Prices: Gross Fixed Capital Formation for Austria
Quarterly
AUTGFCFQDSMEI • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
28,865,949,914.00
Year-over-Year Change
18.08%
Date Range
1/1/1995 - 7/1/2023
Summary
The Quarterly Gross Fixed Capital Formation in Equipment and Intellectual Property Products (AUTGFCFQDSMEI) is a key economic indicator that measures the total investment in equipment and intellectual property by businesses and governments over a three-month period.
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 indicator provides insights into the level of capital investment, which is a critical driver of economic growth and productivity. It is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and investors to assess the health and future prospects of the economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of businesses and government agencies.
Historical Context
This metric is used to inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions, as well as to analyze business cycle trends and investment patterns.
Key Facts
- Quarterly data is released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
- Measures investment in physical equipment and intangible assets.
- A leading indicator of economic activity and future growth.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly Gross Fixed Capital Formation in Equipment and Intellectual Property Products (AUTGFCFQDSMEI) measures the total investment by businesses and governments in equipment and intellectual property products over a three-month period.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insights into the level of capital investment, which is a critical driver of economic growth and productivity. It is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and investors to assess the health and future prospects of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of businesses and government agencies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is used to inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions, as well as to analyze business cycle trends and investment patterns.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical delay of several weeks after the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Gross Fixed Capital Formation in Equipment and Intellectual Property Products (AUTGFCFQDSMEI), retrieved from FRED.