Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Retained Earnings
QFR322386USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
155,410.00
Year-over-Year Change
-10.16%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the retained earnings of U.S. corporations in the aerospace products and parts industry. Retained earnings are a key indicator of corporate profitability and investment.
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 (QFR) provides detailed financial data on U.S. corporations, including the aerospace products and parts manufacturing sector. Retained earnings represent the portion of net income that is held by the company rather than distributed to shareholders, signaling the industry's financial health and reinvestment capacity.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of large corporations by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Aerospace retained earnings are closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to assess the industry's growth potential and investment outlook.
Key Facts
- Aerospace retained earnings reached a record high in Q4 2021.
- The aerospace industry accounts for over 10% of total U.S. manufacturing output.
- Retained earnings signal a firm's ability to self-finance growth and capital expenditures.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the retained earnings of U.S. corporations in the aerospace products and parts manufacturing industry. Retained earnings represent the portion of net income kept by the company rather than distributed to shareholders.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Aerospace retained earnings are a key indicator of the industry's profitability, investment capacity, and growth potential, making it important for policymakers, investors, and economists to monitor.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of large U.S. corporations conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau as part of the Quarterly Financial Report (QFR).
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Aerospace retained earnings are closely watched by policymakers and analysts to assess the industry's financial health, investment outlook, and ability to support broader economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The QFR data is published on a quarterly basis, with a short lag time between the end of the quarter and the data release.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Retained Earnings (QFR322386USNO), retrieved from FRED.