Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Time Deposits in the U.S., Including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit
QFR202517USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,296.00
Year-over-Year Change
30.91%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks time deposits and negotiable certificates of deposit in the U.S. telecommunications sector, providing insights into corporate financial liquidity and investment strategies. The data offers a snapshot of how telecommunications companies manage their short-term financial resources and cash holdings.
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 a specialized financial indicator that measures the volume of time-based deposit instruments within the telecommunications industry. Economists use this data to understand corporate cash management, financial health, and potential investment trends in a critical sector of the U.S. economy.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting and aggregated by federal economic research institutions using standardized corporate financial disclosure methods.
Historical Context
This trend is used by financial analysts, policymakers, and investors to assess the financial strategies and liquidity positions of telecommunications corporations.
Key Facts
- Tracks financial instruments specific to telecommunications sector
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate cash management
- Helps analyze short-term financial strategies in telecommunications
FAQs
Q: What are time deposits in telecommunications?
A: Time deposits are financial instruments where funds are deposited for a fixed term with restrictions on early withdrawal. In telecommunications, they represent a method of managing corporate cash reserves.
Q: Why are negotiable certificates of deposit important?
A: Negotiable certificates of deposit allow corporations to earn interest while maintaining financial flexibility, serving as a key tool for short-term investment and liquidity management.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of telecommunications corporations' financial strategies.
Q: What can this trend reveal about corporate financial health?
A: The trend can indicate how telecommunications companies are managing their cash, their investment strategies, and their overall financial stability during different economic conditions.
Q: Are there limitations to this financial indicator?
A: While informative, the data represents a specific subset of financial instruments and should be considered alongside other comprehensive financial metrics for a complete analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Time Deposits in the U.S., Including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit [QFR202517USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025