Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter
QFR120381USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,350.00
Year-over-Year Change
-4.05%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings specifically within the U.S. nonferrous metals sector on a quarterly basis. It provides insights into corporate financial health and shareholder distribution strategies in a critical manufacturing 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 metric represents the amount of corporate profits distributed to shareholders by nonferrous metals companies as cash dividends. Economists use this data to assess corporate profitability, investment strategies, and overall sector financial performance.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive corporate financial reporting and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve from quarterly corporate financial statements.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by investors, financial analysts, and policymakers to understand capital allocation and economic performance in the metals manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Represents cash dividend distributions in the nonferrous metals industry
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial strategies
- Indicates sector-specific profitability and shareholder returns
FAQs
Q: What does this trend measure?
A: It measures cash dividends charged to retained earnings by U.S. corporations in the nonferrous metals sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why are nonferrous metals dividends important?
A: These dividends reflect corporate financial health, investment capacity, and shareholder value in a critical manufacturing segment.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is compiled from quarterly corporate financial statements submitted to the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Investors, financial analysts, economists, and policymakers use this trend to assess sector performance and economic conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of the nonferrous metals sector's financial performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter [QFR120381USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025