Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Provision for Current and Deferred Domestic Income Taxes

QFRD114421USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3,537.00

Year-over-Year Change

0.26%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the income tax provisions for wholesale trade and durable goods corporations in the United States. It provides critical insights into corporate tax strategies and financial performance across key industrial sectors.

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 the aggregate tax provisions reported by corporations in wholesale trade and durable goods sectors, reflecting their current and deferred domestic income tax obligations. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, tax efficiency, and potential economic performance indicators.

Methodology

Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand corporate tax dynamics and potential economic trends in key industrial sectors.

Key Facts

  • Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate tax provisions in wholesale and durable goods sectors
  • Reflects both current and deferred income tax strategies
  • Serves as an important indicator of corporate financial planning and economic health

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It measures the income tax provisions for corporations in wholesale trade and durable goods sectors, including current and deferred domestic income taxes.

Q: Why are these tax provisions important?

A: These provisions offer insights into corporate financial strategies, tax efficiency, and potential economic performance in key industrial sectors.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a regular snapshot of corporate tax trends.

Q: Who uses this economic indicator?

A: Policymakers, investors, economic analysts, and researchers use this data to understand corporate financial dynamics and economic trends.

Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?

A: The data is specific to wholesale trade and durable goods sectors and may not fully represent the entire corporate landscape or economic conditions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Provision for Current and Deferred Domestic Income Taxes [QFRD114421USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025

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