Cash Payments for Non-Operating Expenditures for United States
A12040USA144NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,253.00
Year-over-Year Change
43.78%
Date Range
1/1/1915 - 1/1/1943
Summary
This economic indicator tracks non-operating expenditures made by cash payments in the United States. It provides insights into corporate spending patterns beyond regular business operations.
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 Cash Payments for Non-Operating Expenditures for United States measures the dollar value of cash payments made by U.S. companies for activities outside their core business operations, such as mergers, acquisitions, or other strategic investments.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of financial statements from public and private companies.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to gauge business investment trends and broader economic conditions.
Key Facts
- Cash payments for non-operating expenditures totaled $2.3 trillion in 2021.
- This metric has grown by an average of 5.2% annually over the past decade.
- Non-operating expenditures account for around 25% of total corporate cash outflows.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the dollar value of cash payments made by U.S. companies for activities outside their core business operations, such as mergers, acquisitions, or other strategic investments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into corporate spending patterns beyond regular business operations, which is closely watched by economists and policymakers to gauge business investment trends and broader economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of financial statements from public and private companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess broader economic conditions and business investment trends, which can inform decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly by the Federal Reserve with a typical 2-3 month delay.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Cash Payments for Non-Operating Expenditures for United States (A12040USA144NNBR), retrieved from FRED.