Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Total Assets
QFR223512USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
71,496.00
Year-over-Year Change
31.49%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total assets of U.S. corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries, providing insight into the financial health and investment capacity of media and entertainment companies. The metric offers a snapshot of sector-wide asset valuation and potential economic performance.
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 total assets metric represents the cumulative value of resources owned by corporations in the media production sector, including physical infrastructure, intellectual property, and financial investments. Economists use this data to assess industry capitalization, investment trends, and potential economic contributions.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies, aggregated and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand the financial dynamics, investment potential, and economic significance of the media and entertainment industry.
Key Facts
- Tracks total asset value for U.S. motion picture and sound recording corporations
- Provides quarterly insights into media industry financial health
- Reflects investment and capitalization trends in entertainment sectors
FAQs
Q: What does 'total assets' mean in this context?
A: Total assets represent the entire value of resources owned by media corporations, including physical equipment, intellectual property, cash, and financial investments.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the industry's financial landscape every three months.
Q: Why are total assets important for the media industry?
A: Total assets indicate a company's financial strength, investment capacity, and potential for future growth and innovation.
Q: How can investors use this trend?
A: Investors can analyze total asset trends to assess the financial health, investment potential, and economic performance of media and entertainment corporations.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend provides a broad overview but doesn't capture individual company performance or detailed financial nuances within the sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Total Assets [QFR223512USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025