Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter
QFR120OTRUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,822.00
Year-over-Year Change
-16.22%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings specifically for the U.S. All Other Retail Trade sector on a quarterly basis. It provides insight into corporate financial health and shareholder distribution strategies within the retail industry.
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 total cash dividends paid out by retail corporations that are directly charged against their retained earnings. Economists use this data to assess corporate profitability, investment strategies, and overall financial performance in the retail sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies, then aggregated and analyzed by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used by investors, financial analysts, and policymakers to understand corporate financial dynamics and potential economic trends in the retail industry.
Key Facts
- Measures quarterly cash dividends in the U.S. retail trade sector
- Directly reflects corporate financial decision-making
- Provides insight into corporate profit distribution strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks cash dividends charged to retained earnings for all other retail trade corporations in the United States on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why are cash dividends important for investors?
A: Cash dividends signal a company's financial health, profitability, and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through mandatory quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies and compiled by the Federal Reserve.
Q: How can businesses and investors use this information?
A: This data helps assess corporate financial strategies, evaluate sector performance, and make informed investment decisions in the retail industry.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of corporate financial performance in the retail sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Cash Dividends Charged to Retained Earnings This Quarter [QFR120OTRUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025