Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonmetallic Mineral Products: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR219327USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
87,736.00
Year-over-Year Change
22.23%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) for U.S. corporations in the nonmetallic mineral products sector, providing insights into industrial capital investment. It serves as a key indicator of sector-specific infrastructure development and long-term economic capacity.
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 the total value of physical assets minus accumulated depreciation for nonmetallic mineral product companies, reflecting their capital infrastructure and investment strategies. Economists use this data to assess industrial capital formation, technological upgrades, and potential productivity improvements in the sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using standardized accounting principles.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand industrial capital investment trends, potential economic growth, and sectoral infrastructure development.
Key Facts
- Tracks net property, plant, and equipment for nonmetallic mineral product corporations
- Provides insights into sector-specific capital investment trends
- Reflects potential economic capacity and infrastructure development
FAQs
Q: What does net PP&E represent?
A: Net PP&E represents the total value of a company's physical assets after subtracting accumulated depreciation, indicating the current value of its capital infrastructure.
Q: Why are nonmetallic mineral products important?
A: This sector includes industries like glass, ceramics, and cement, which are critical for construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of industrial capital investment trends.
Q: How can investors use this trend?
A: Investors can analyze this trend to assess the financial health, investment strategies, and potential growth of nonmetallic mineral product corporations.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company performance or specific regional variations in the sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonmetallic Mineral Products: Net Property, Plant, and Equipment [QFR219327USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025