Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Retained Earnings
QFR322MFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,572,167.00
Year-over-Year Change
20.30%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks retained earnings for U.S. manufacturing corporations, providing insight into corporate financial health and reinvestment strategies. Reveals how manufacturers preserve and allocate profits.
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
Retained earnings represent accumulated net income that corporations choose to reinvest rather than distribute as dividends. This metric reflects corporate financial strategy and long-term growth potential.
Methodology
Calculated quarterly by aggregating financial reports from U.S. manufacturing corporations.
Historical Context
Used by investors and analysts to assess manufacturing sector financial performance and investment trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects cumulative net income for manufacturing sector
- Indicates corporate financial reinvestment strategies
- Quarterly reporting provides current economic insights
FAQs
Q: What do retained earnings indicate about a manufacturing company?
A: Retained earnings show a company's ability to generate profit and reinvest in future growth. Higher retained earnings suggest financial strength and strategic investment.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report is updated every quarter, providing current insights into manufacturing corporate finances.
Q: Why are retained earnings important for investors?
A: Retained earnings demonstrate a company's financial health, growth potential, and management's approach to reinvestment and expansion.
Q: How do retained earnings differ from net income?
A: Net income is current period profit, while retained earnings accumulate profits over time that are not distributed as dividends.
Q: Can retained earnings change quickly?
A: Retained earnings typically change gradually, reflecting cumulative corporate financial performance over multiple reporting periods.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Retained Earnings (QFR322MFGUSNO), retrieved from FRED.