United States Investment (gross fixed)

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Investment (gross fixed): 15.6% of GDP (2007 est.)

YearInvestment (gross fixed)RankPercent ChangeDate of Information
200415.2122 2003
200515.71263.29 %2004 est.
200616.71236.37 %2005 est.
200716.6123-0.60 %2006 est.
200815.6133-6.02 %2007 est.

Definition: This entry records total business spending on fixed assets, such as factories, machinery, equipment, dwellings, and inventories of raw materials, which provide the basis for future production. It is measured gross of depreciation of the assets, i.e., it includes investment that merely replaces worn-out or scrapped capital.

Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of May 16, 2008

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