Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Nondurable Goods: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter
QFR120422USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,514.00
Year-over-Year Change
-12.46%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings specifically for wholesale trade corporations in the nondurable goods sector. It provides insight into corporate financial health and distribution strategies for a critical segment of the U.S. 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 metric represents the amount of accumulated corporate profits redistributed to shareholders from retained earnings in wholesale nondurable goods companies. Economists use this indicator to assess corporate profitability, investment strategies, and overall financial performance in this specific economic subsector.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, compiled and verified by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend helps policymakers and investors understand corporate financial dynamics, investment patterns, and potential economic growth indicators in the wholesale nondurable goods sector.
Key Facts
- Measures cash dividend distributions in wholesale nondurable goods sector
- Reflects corporate financial strategy and profitability
- Part of broader quarterly financial reporting mechanism
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend specifically measure?
A: It tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings for wholesale trade corporations in the nondurable goods sector, indicating financial performance and shareholder distribution strategies.
Q: Why are cash dividends important for economic analysis?
A: Cash dividends reveal corporate financial health, investment capacity, and potential economic growth signals in specific industry segments.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly as part of the Federal Reserve's comprehensive financial reporting process.
Q: What industries are included in nondurable goods wholesale trade?
A: Nondurable goods include sectors like food, beverages, clothing, paper products, and petroleum products that are quickly consumed or have short lifespans.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: The trend represents a specific sector and may not fully capture broader economic trends, requiring complementary data for comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Nondurable Goods: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter [QFR120422USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025