Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: All Other Current Assets

QFR215MFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

624,269.00

Year-over-Year Change

5.16%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the current assets of U.S. manufacturing corporations beyond primary cash and inventory holdings. It provides insights into the financial liquidity and short-term economic health of the manufacturing sector.

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 comprehensive measure of manufacturing firms' secondary financial resources, including prepaid expenses, receivables, and other liquid assets. Economists use this metric to assess corporate financial flexibility and potential investment capacity.

Methodology

Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by manufacturing corporations, aggregated and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

This indicator is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate manufacturing sector financial resilience and potential economic expansion capabilities.

Key Facts

  • Represents non-primary current assets in U.S. manufacturing corporations
  • Quarterly data series providing financial sector insights
  • Indicates potential investment and operational flexibility

FAQs

Q: What does 'All Other Current Assets' specifically include?

A: It includes financial resources beyond primary cash and inventory, such as short-term investments, prepaid expenses, and accounts receivable.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of manufacturing corporate financial health.

Q: Why are current assets important for economic analysis?

A: Current assets indicate a company's short-term financial liquidity and potential to fund operations, investments, and growth.

Q: How do changes in this indicator impact economic forecasting?

A: Fluctuations can signal shifts in manufacturing sector financial health, potential investment trends, and broader economic momentum.

Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?

A: The data represents aggregate corporate reporting and may not capture individual company nuances or rapid market changes.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: All Other Current Assets [QFR215MFGUSNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025