Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses
QFR103WHSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
874,793.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.28%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total operating costs and expenses for wholesale trade corporations in the United States on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insights into the financial health and operational efficiency of wholesale trade businesses across the national economy.
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 a comprehensive measure of non-product-related expenses incurred by wholesale trade companies, including administrative, operational, and overhead costs. Economists use this data to assess business spending patterns, operational efficiency, and potential economic pressures facing the wholesale sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. wholesale trade corporations, aggregating detailed expense reports from a representative sample of businesses.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand business cost structures, predict potential inflationary pressures, and assess overall economic performance.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly operating expenses for wholesale trade corporations
- Provides insights into business cost structures and economic efficiency
- Represents a comprehensive measure of non-product-related business expenses
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total operating costs and expenses for wholesale trade corporations in the United States on a quarterly basis, excluding direct product costs.
Q: Why are wholesale trade operating costs important?
A: These costs provide insights into business efficiency, potential economic pressures, and overall financial health of the wholesale trade sector.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. wholesale trade corporations, using a representative sample of businesses.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers analyze these costs to understand business spending patterns, potential inflationary pressures, and overall economic performance.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of wholesale trade operating expenses throughout the year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: All Other Operating Costs and Expenses [QFR103WHSUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025