Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Time Deposits in the U.S., Including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit
QFR202421USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11,217.00
Year-over-Year Change
-18.29%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks time deposits and negotiable certificates of deposit for wholesale trade and durable goods sectors in the United States. It provides critical insights into corporate financial liquidity and short-term investment strategies.
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 key financial metric measuring corporate cash management and short-term investment behaviors across wholesale and durable goods industries. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, liquidity preferences, and potential investment trends.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, aggregating time deposit and negotiable certificate of deposit information.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and central bank economists to understand corporate financial strategies and potential economic shifts.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term corporate financial investments in specific economic sectors
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate cash management strategies
- Reflects potential shifts in corporate financial decision-making
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks time deposits and negotiable certificates of deposit for U.S. wholesale trade and durable goods corporations, indicating their short-term financial investment strategies.
Q: Why are time deposits important for economic analysis?
A: Time deposits reveal corporate liquidity preferences and can signal broader economic trends about investment confidence and financial strategy.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a consistent and current view of corporate financial behaviors.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Central banks and economic policymakers use this data to understand corporate financial health and potential monetary policy implications.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: The data is sector-specific and represents a snapshot in time, so it should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Time Deposits in the U.S., Including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit [QFR202421USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025