Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter
QFR120331USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
45.00
Year-over-Year Change
114.29%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings specifically for U.S. foundry corporations on a quarterly basis. The metric provides insights into corporate financial health and distribution strategies within the manufacturing sector's specialized metalworking segment.
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 granular financial metric that reveals how foundry corporations allocate their earnings between reinvestment and shareholder returns. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial strategies, investment patterns, and potential signals of sector-wide economic confidence.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reporting by U.S. foundry corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by financial analysts, investors, and policymakers to understand manufacturing sector financial dynamics and corporate investment behaviors.
Key Facts
- Specifically tracks cash dividend distributions in U.S. foundry corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial allocation strategies
- Offers insights into manufacturing sector financial health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures cash dividends charged to retained earnings for U.S. foundry corporations on a quarterly basis, revealing financial distribution strategies.
Q: Why are foundry corporate dividend trends important?
A: These trends provide insights into manufacturing sector financial health, corporate investment decisions, and overall economic confidence.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through standardized quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. foundry corporations to federal economic research institutions.
Q: How do investors use this information?
A: Investors analyze these trends to assess corporate financial strategies, potential returns, and sector-wide economic indicators.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of foundry corporate financial distributions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Foundries: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter [QFR120331USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025