Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Cash and Demand Deposits in the U.S.
QFR201375USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
22,898.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.50%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks cash and demand deposits for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics sector, providing insight into the financial liquidity of a critical manufacturing industry. The data helps economists understand corporate financial health and potential investment or expansion capabilities.
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 quarterly financial report represents a snapshot of liquid assets held by corporations in the chemical manufacturing subsector, reflecting their short-term financial positioning and cash management strategies. Economists and financial analysts use this data to assess sector-specific financial resilience and potential economic indicators.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive corporate financial reporting and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using standardized accounting methodologies.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate industrial sector financial health, potential investment trends, and broader economic performance indicators.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly cash and demand deposit levels for U.S. chemical corporations
- Provides insights into short-term financial positioning of the chemical manufacturing sector
- Part of the Federal Reserve's comprehensive economic tracking mechanisms
FAQs
Q: What does this financial trend measure?
A: It measures cash and demand deposits for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics manufacturing sector, indicating their liquid financial resources.
Q: Why are cash reserves important for chemical manufacturers?
A: Cash reserves indicate financial flexibility, potential for investment, ability to manage operational costs, and resilience during economic fluctuations.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of the sector's financial positioning throughout the year.
Q: How do economists use this trend?
A: Economists analyze this trend to understand sector-specific financial health, potential investment patterns, and broader economic performance indicators.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate figures and may not capture individual corporate variations or provide granular insights into specific company performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Cash and Demand Deposits in the U.S. [QFR201375USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025