Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR216OTRUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
439,704.00
Year-over-Year Change
-21.90%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) investments for all other retail trade corporations in the United States. It provides critical insights into capital expenditure trends and business investment strategies in the retail sector.
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 trend represents the total value of long-term physical assets owned by retail corporations outside of major retail categories. Economists use this data to assess business confidence, investment cycles, and potential economic growth in the retail industry.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand business investment patterns and potential economic expansion.
Key Facts
- Measures long-term physical asset investments in retail trade
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate capital expenditure
- Excludes major retail categories for focused analysis
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It measures the total value of property, plant, and equipment for all other retail trade corporations in the United States. This includes physical assets used in business operations outside of major retail categories.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and timely view of retail sector investment trends. Each report reflects the most recent financial quarter's asset investments.
Q: Why are PP&E investments important for economic analysis?
A: PP&E investments indicate business confidence, potential economic growth, and future productivity. Higher investments suggest optimism about future business expansion.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can use this trend to assess the health of the retail sector, identify potential growth opportunities, and understand corporate investment strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The indicator focuses only on 'other' retail trade corporations, excluding major retail categories, which means it provides a partial view of the retail investment landscape.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR216OTRUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025